Your Brain Lies to You And Does It Convincingly
Ever wonder why your brain convinces you of things that aren't quite true? From catastrophizing small mistakes to believing everyone's judging you, your brain has a habit of distorting reality. The good news? These mental distortions are completely normal, and understanding them is the first step toward managing anxiety, depression, and negative thought patterns. Learn why your brain lies to you and what you can do about it.
Why Do I Feel Anxious for No Reason? Understanding Unexplained Anxiety
Feeling anxious … for no reason? You’re not alone. That racing heart, the tight chest, even when nothing obvious feels wrong, there is a reason, even if it isn’t obvious in the moment.
In our new post, we explore how small, hidden triggers, physical changes, or unresolved stress can sneak in and spark anxiety. Learn to pause, breathe, ground yourself and uncover what your anxiety might really be telling you.
Learning to Let Go of the Fear of Judgment
The fear of being judged is something most of us experience at some point. For some, it’s a fleeting worry. For others, it’s a heavy burden that shapes everyday decisions, relationships, and their self-worth. This fear can become so ingrained that we start living our lives for other people, by watering ourselves down, staying quiet, and avoiding risks that might draw attention or criticism.
The reality is that at some point, we’re all going to be judged, for something by someone, whether it be for how we look, how we parent, how we speak, or how we live. We are all open to being negatively affected by something that someone else says or does this potential outcomes makes us feel vulnerable or even exposed.
How to Deal with Guilt when Setting Boundaries
Many women feel guilty when they set a boundary because it’s confusing to the psyche. Normally, when we do something wrong, we feel guilty about it. This is an appropriate and helpful when it comes to correcting behaviors that goes against our value and intentions.
However, many women report feeling “bad” when they are simply taking care of themselves, facing conflict, or setting healthy limits. (A lot of women I talk to have a much easier time setting boundaries for their kids or for others than they do for themselves.)
Why is that? I think it’s a combination of factors, in particular the social construct of self-sacrifice which is present for women at all times, even when we are unaware of it.