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Confession

Wild Holy & Free • 1336 implied HN points • 09 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Self-care Physical health Emotional Well-being Illness
  1. Self-care involves how we think about medical tests and appointments, it's important to be kind to ourselves during the process.
  2. Receiving medical test results should not define our worth or character; it is simply a snapshot of our body's condition.
  3. In the face of challenges, be proud of your body for surviving and remember to practice gentleness and self-compassion.

Abigail Shrier: Letters to the Editor

Common Sense with Bari Weiss • 227 implied HN points • 11 Mar 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Therapy Emotional Well-being
  1. Abigail Shrier's book has sparked discussion on mental health, particularly regarding the harm mental health professionals may unintentionally cause to young people.
  2. Intergenerational trauma is a controversial topic, with experiences like Holocaust survivors' children showing different responses that may not align with traditional perspectives.
  3. There are varying opinions on how modern parenting styles and educational systems impact young people's mental health and development, with some believing that constant self-focus can be detrimental.

Why are young liberals so depressed?

Slow Boring • 8117 implied HN points • 01 Mar 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Social media Political Ideology Therapy Emotional Well-being Youth Mental Health
  1. The mental health of young liberals is influenced by a mix of factors including social media, politics, and societal issues.
  2. Political ideology plays a role in the mental health of adolescents, with liberal girls showing higher levels of depression.
  3. Encouraging positive emotional responses and avoiding catastrophizing can be beneficial for mental health.
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To breast or not to breast

The Global Jigsaw • 137 implied HN points • 03 Nov 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Surgery Body Image Women's Health Emotional Well-being
  1. There is societal pressure and fetishization surrounding female breasts, impacting personal decisions and experiences.
  2. Breast reconstruction procedures post-mastectomy can have high rates of complications, but are aggressively promoted by doctors and society.
  3. Patients should be informed and have autonomy in decisions regarding reconstructive surgery, being respected even if they opt out.

Meet the Sons of Now

Deep Fix • 432 implied HN points • 17 Feb 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Masculinity Emotional Well-being Self-Improvement Personal Growth
  1. The Sons of Now is a men's group addressing the crisis in masculinity and aiming to redefine modern masculinity within a supportive community.
  2. Masculinity is unfixed and evolving, and men benefit from reclaiming the Father archetype by understanding emotions, providing a safe space, and prioritizing relationships.
  3. Men cultivating expansive consciousness can provide power, bravery, vitality, and leadership, becoming stewards of the spirit of evolution.

Spring Cleaning Season

Mindset Mastery • 98 implied HN points • 01 May 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Self-care Emotional Well-being Physical health Therapy
  1. The author is going through a big life and career change, experimenting with adding people to their business, and transitioning from a solo-preneurial venture to running their business more like an agency
  2. Financially, the experiment is successful, but emotionally, the author is navigating complex feelings about safety, support, scarcity, control, and mistakes
  3. The author's older, wiser self advises to stay the course, emphasizing that this transition is significant for growth and emotional well-being, even if it feels uncomfortable

Reinventing yourself time and again

10x your mind • 99 implied HN points • 23 Feb 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Personal Development Emotional Well-being Physical Fitness Self-Improvement Relationships
  1. Reinventing yourself professionally, emotionally, and physically is essential. Adapting and evolving will be crucial in the future.
  2. Reinvention is not limited to your career. It includes improving physical fitness, pursuing personal goals, and nurturing meaningful relationships.
  3. It's never too late to reinvent yourself and make significant positive changes in your life.

A conversation with myself about Ladder Anxiety

Never Done • 39 implied HN points • 14 Feb 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Personal Development Self-reflection Mindfulness Emotional Well-being
  1. The author discusses the struggle of balancing priorities when dealing with ladder anxiety in gaming.
  2. Practicing presence helps in dealing with internal conversations and focusing on the current moment.
  3. The post emphasizes the importance of being kind to oneself and not forcing actions that lead to stress.

Are you truly happy?

10x your mind • 59 implied HN points • 27 Oct 22
🏥 Health & Wellness Happiness Personal Development Relationships Emotional Well-being Family
  1. Finding happiness is not just about engaging work, but also about enjoying life, finding satisfaction, and having a sense of purpose
  2. The three macros of happiness are enjoyment, satisfaction, and purpose - strive to balance these for true happiness
  3. To foster long-term happiness, focus on nurturing relationships, whether with a spouse or close friends, and redefine success beyond money and fame

Maintain Boundaries Re: Food and Family

Are You Okay? • 39 implied HN points • 13 Dec 22
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition Body Image Emotional Well-being
  1. Maintain healthy boundaries when discussing food, weight, and bodies with loved ones to foster positive relationships and support.
  2. Recognize the impact of societal influences like diet culture on our relationship with food and body image and work towards correcting harmful beliefs and language.
  3. Prioritize your well-being by setting boundaries with family, focusing on your needs, and allowing yourself to enjoy food without guilt during the holiday season.

Connect With Loved Ones

Are You Okay? • 19 implied HN points • 25 Oct 22
🏥 Health & Wellness Human connection Mental health Podcasts Emotional Well-being Relationships
  1. Connect with loved ones for good health: In-person human connection is important for emotional, physical, and mental well-being.
  2. Spend time with friends and family: Being together in the same physical space can strengthen relationships and create a sense of renewal.
  3. Shared vulnerability strengthens relationships: Opening up, being genuine, and accepting ourselves can foster deeper emotional connections with others.

Hope and Caution Aren’t Mutually Exclusive

Are You Okay? • 0 implied HN points • 08 Mar 22
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Trauma Physical health Primary Care Emotional Well-being
  1. Transitioning after a crisis can be challenging due to loss and uncertainty, impacting everyone differently.
  2. It's crucial to address societal inequalities worsened during the pandemic while navigating ongoing health risks.
  3. Mental health should be a central focus in healthcare, as trauma from crises like COVID-19 can have long-lasting physical and emotional effects.

This guy said I charge too much for coaching

Penelope Trunk's Substack • 0 implied HN points • 19 Aug 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Coaching Self-discovery Personal Growth Emotional Well-being
  1. Sometimes it's important to assess if families can afford the services you provide, balancing financial concerns with the value you offer.
  2. Giving children focused attention and emotional security can help them grow up to be confident and caring individuals.
  3. Being open to self-reflection and breaking away from personal archetypes can lead to newfound possibilities and growth.