The hottest Mental health Substack posts right now

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Heaven is High and the Emperor is Far Away

Polymathic Being • 113 implied HN points • 03 Nov 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Mental health
  1. Don't let fear from social media take over your life. There's plenty of good around you if you look for it.
  2. Remember that political news is often far removed from your daily reality. You have control over how much it affects you.
  3. Take action in your local community. Get involved and focus on what truly matters to you, instead of constantly worrying about the emperor.

Do You Know How To Read Online Social Cues? I Certainly Don't

Default Wisdom • 111 implied HN points • 04 Nov 24
🎭️ Culture Mental health
  1. Reading social cues online can be really hard and people often feel awkward in digital spaces. It’s not like we magically become better at socializing when we switch to the internet.
  2. The rise of online eating disorder communities is alarming, and it seems like each new platform struggles to address the issue. It's dangerous to have these conversations pushed into our feeds without proper care.
  3. There’s a theory called 'virtual autism' that suggests kids might miss out on learning social skills due to too much screen time. This could lead to them feeling out of place both online and offline.

‘Our boys didn’t die in vain’ syndrome

10x your mind • 99 implied HN points • 08 Dec 22
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health
  1. In various aspects of life, people tend to continue with actions or projects even when it is clear that they are not yielding positive results. This mentality of persisting to prove that initial efforts were not in vain can be detrimental and should be avoided.
  2. Admitting mistakes and making necessary changes is crucial for personal and professional growth. It is essential to recognize when it's time to pivot, reframe problems, or let go of unproductive situations.
  3. It is never too late to make positive changes, whether in work or personal life. Recognizing when to quit something toxic or unproductive is empowering and can lead to better outcomes in the long run.

DIY Psychological Parts-Work: A Hacker’s Guide to IFS and Entactogens (20/30)

psychotechnology • 8 implied HN points • 21 Nov 25
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health
  1. The mind is made of semi-independent parts or subagents that have their own ages, goals, and roles, and you can learn to notice and talk to them to get clearer answers about how you feel.
  2. Cultivate your inner system like a garden: practice parts-work sober first, develop your own simple ways of classifying and communicating with parts, and use what fits your mind.
  3. Entactogens (like MDMA) can make parts-work more plastic and compassionate while psychedelics may cause bigger, riskier reorganizations, so approach drug-assisted work cautiously and seek professional help if things get destabilized.

Unwinable Situations

Ways of Working • 58 implied HN points • 21 Oct 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health
  1. Don't stay in a job you hate, even if it pays well. It can lead to unhappiness and conflict with your values.
  2. Avoid investing in one-sided relationships. Trying to change someone who doesn't reciprocate will lead to resentment.
  3. Accept technological advancements instead of trying to stop them. Embrace change and find your own path within it.
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Meeting my vacation self

The Next Chapter • 2 implied HN points • 23 Jan 26
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health
  1. People often have two parts: a perfectionist “home” self that plans and a relaxed “vacation” self that savors the moment. Both sides are valid and can conflict.
  2. Rather than trying to pick a winner, engage both selves and make space for an easy conversation between them. Each perspective brings useful energy—one pushes to explore and the other helps you rest.
  3. When setbacks happen, use them to recalibrate instead of leaning into shame or fear. Letting both selves co-lead daily routines helps you be more rested and still get things done.

Not Everyday Goes As Planned

Spilled Coffee • 80 implied HN points • 22 Jan 25
🎭️ Culture Mental health
  1. Not every day goes smoothly; sometimes things go wrong unexpectedly. It's normal to feel stressed when life throws challenges your way.
  2. Even tough situations can turn out for the best. What seems like a problem can lead to better outcomes later.
  3. Life is full of twists and turns. When facing obstacles, it's important to find new paths instead of getting discouraged.

How To Ruin a Massage in 22 Carefully Plotted Steps

The Reclamation Era • 59 implied HN points • 09 Oct 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health
  1. Many people struggle to fully enjoy self-care activities, like massages, because their minds are racing with thoughts. Instead of relaxing, they often find themselves worrying about the time left and what comes next.
  2. Using distractions, like thinking about past experiences or future pleasures, can prevent someone from truly being present during enjoyable moments. This makes it harder to savor the experience.
  3. Finding ways to manage anxious thoughts can help people enjoy self-care more. For example, recognizing that it's okay to let thoughts come and go can improve relaxation.

Sunday Brunch for March 31

Xavi Benjamin • 19 implied HN points • 31 Mar 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health
  1. The author shares a personal story about struggling with celebrating birthdays and feeling worthy of attention.
  2. Reflecting on a situation where someone else was uncomfortable during a birthday celebration helped the author realize their own feelings.
  3. The author encourages readers to recognize their self-worth and embrace celebrating themselves, despite any internal struggles.

Why I do what I do

box. • 119 implied HN points • 09 Apr 23
🚌 Education Mental health
  1. It's important to know why you do what you do. Understanding your motivations helps connect your experiences and can guide your decisions in life.
  2. Focusing on values instead of just metrics leads to a healthier mindset. Set goals based on what makes you happy, not just on numbers or achievements.
  3. Surround yourself with people who care about you for who you are. Real connections are more valuable than any accomplishment or title.

Predictive Paradigm: Inner Shaolin (pt. II)

10-year Horizon • 39 implied HN points • 18 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health
  1. The author shares a new approach to managing tension in the body, called Inner Move #21.
  2. Inner Move #21 involves acknowledging and accepting tension, separating it from reactions, and recognizing it as a primitive predictive system.
  3. By reassuring the primal system of tension and building alliances within oneself, one can ease tension and create pathways for communication within the body.

Navigating the Fourth Wave of the Pandemic: Questions Employers Must Address

Workforce Futurist by Andy Spence • 341 implied HN points • 02 Aug 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health
  1. The lasting repercussions of the pandemic on the workforce are now being felt, with a focus on mental illness, economic injury, and burnout.
  2. The first three waves of the pandemic brought devastating impacts on health systems and mortality rates globally.
  3. Employers must address workforce challenges arising from illness, burnout, and economic inactivity by making smart decisions and implementing evidence-based solutions.

The Impossible Task of Understanding Aaron Carter (Part 4)

Off-Topic • 419 implied HN points • 04 Apr 23
🎭️ Culture Mental health
  1. Aaron Carter's life was filled with unsettling developments in 2019, including concerns about his treatment of dogs and possession of firearms.
  2. Aaron's relationship with Lina Valentina ended due to his ongoing struggles with addiction, leading to a series of disturbing behaviors.
  3. Aaron's interactions with his family, including accusations of harboring fantasies of violence, led to legal interventions and restraining orders.

ex150ish Redux : Headache City

The Heart Attack Diet • 59 implied HN points • 28 Jun 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health
  1. Following a strict diet like ex150ish can have different effects on energy levels and health.
  2. Headaches and other symptoms can occur when transitioning to a new diet, like ex150ish, but they may not always be related to the diet itself.
  3. Sharing personal experiences and documenting progress can be helpful for oneself and potentially for others who might be on a similar journey.

Tripping Towards Self-Love: Psychedelics & Body Dysmorphic Disorder

Tripsitter • 59 implied HN points • 04 Aug 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health
  1. Body dysmorphic disorder is a serious condition with limited treatment options, but psychedelics might offer a new, promising avenue for treatment.
  2. Classic psychedelics like psilocybin, LSD, and ayahuasca have shown potential in disrupting thought patterns and providing relief to obsessive thoughts associated with body dysmorphic disorder.
  3. There is a need for more research and clinical trials to explore the effectiveness of psychedelics in treating body dysmorphic disorder and related body image issues.

The Test of the Mom Jabbar

The Heart Attack Diet • 59 implied HN points • 21 Sep 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health
  1. The author is visiting family and indulging in delicious home-cooked food without worrying about weight or strict diets.
  2. The author is experimenting with tracking body temperature and thyroid dose instead of weight to see how it affects energy levels and weight.
  3. There is a sense of curiosity and openness to different outcomes regarding weight and health, with a mix of expectation and uncertainty.

Six months from now

10x your mind • 99 implied HN points • 24 Nov 22
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health
  1. Stretching yourself can have both positive and negative consequences, so it's important to be mindful of when it's beneficial or harmful.
  2. Building a line of communication with your future self, particularly the one six months from now, can help you make better decisions today.
  3. Consider using platforms like futurme.org to write letters to your future self, as it can provide valuable insights and help you gauge the impact of your current actions.

end laziness now!

practiceprocesscraft • 58 implied HN points • 13 Feb 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health
  1. Concepts like laziness can hinder creativity by giving a simplistic view of complex issues.
  2. Identify and deconstruct dominant concepts that block your creative process.
  3. By rewriting the story, you can recognize your real strengths and skills as a writer.

Preventing Homelessness

Speak Up • 58 implied HN points • 03 May 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health
  1. Homelessness can be caused by various factors like drug addiction, mental illness, and poverty.
  2. Preventing homelessness should start with teaching children essential life skills and resilience.
  3. Even in tough situations like dealing with addiction or mental illness, it's important to never stop showing love and support.

Airline state of mind

Suzan's Fieldnotes • 58 implied HN points • 27 Jun 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health
  1. Take care of yourself first before helping others, like putting on an oxygen mask in an emergency.
  2. Balancing leadership responsibilities and personal well-being is crucial to avoid burning out.
  3. Learning to set boundaries, delegate tasks, and prioritize self-care is essential for effective leadership.

My Favorite Kind of Therapy

The Reclamation Era • 59 implied HN points • 15 Sep 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health
  1. Therapy can really help people understand themselves better and improve their relationships. Many different kinds of therapy exist, and it's important to find the right fit for you.
  2. Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy, often called 'parts work,' can be life-changing. It's about understanding the different parts of ourselves and how they influence our thoughts and feelings.
  3. Everyone can benefit from therapy at some point in their lives. It's a way to gain self-awareness and cope with life's challenges effectively.

The Math of Burnout

The Radar • 19 implied HN points • 25 Mar 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health
  1. Burnout is normalized in the contemporary work environment causing adverse health consequences and professional crises.
  2. The root cause of burnout is severe, persistent task saturation and excessive workload, leading individuals to fall further behind and eventually break down.
  3. Fixing burnout requires controlling individual worker investment of time and effort by measuring workload and ensuring it fits within available time.

The Mirror To Excellence: Unleashing Your Potential Through Self-Reflection

PeopleStorming • 39 implied HN points • 18 Dec 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health
  1. Self-reflection is a powerful tool for leaders to understand themselves, improve skills, make better decisions, and build relationships.
  2. Regular self-reflection by leaders correlates with being seen as effective, job satisfaction, and organizational commitment.
  3. Tools like Year Compass, Gibbs Reflective Cycle, and Journaling Prompts can help kickstart self-reflection, even without a coach.

"It's a male fetish"

Disaffected Newsletter • 239 implied HN points • 30 Jun 22
🎭️ Culture Mental health
  1. This issue is not just a male problem, as women can also experience similar attractions. It's important to understand that these feelings might stem from specific personality disorders rather than being merely a feature of male identity.
  2. Labeling this behavior as 'male' prevents us from addressing the core psychological issues at play. We need to focus on the mental health aspects rather than assigning blame based on gender.
  3. Ignoring that some women can share these traits keeps us from finding a real solution. Both men and women can have complex psychological challenges that should be openly discussed.

Misleading Conclusions About Psychiatric Meds and Weight Loss - Part 1

Weight and Healthcare • 259 implied HN points • 05 Jan 22
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health
  1. The study findings on weight loss linked to psychiatric medications may have been misleading and lacking in specific data like actual weight loss numbers.
  2. Dropout rates in weight loss studies are often overlooked, impacting the validity of success rates reported.
  3. Published research on weight loss programs can be influenced by conflicts of interest and may not always provide accurate representations of outcomes.

An Atheist Grief Observed

Skeptic • 65 implied HN points • 12 Feb 25
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Mental health
  1. Loss can be incredibly overwhelming, and sometimes it can lead to devastating consequences like suicide. The experience of losing a home and a loved one at the same time can multiply the grief.
  2. Being an atheist can change how one processes grief. Without a belief in a higher power, there can be less internal conflict and blame, allowing for a more straightforward acceptance of loss.
  3. Compassion and support from friends and family can help during difficult times. Even in the face of tragedy, the kindness of others can soften the experience of loss.

The book with my name in it

10x your mind • 99 implied HN points • 03 Nov 22
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health
  1. Writing something that inspires others can lead to unexpected and meaningful connections, like having your name mentioned in a book
  2. Receiving or giving a good pep talk can help in improving confidence and motivation, especially when facing setbacks
  3. Key elements of a good pep talk include purpose, empathy, and providing perspective or direction tailored to the audience