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Understanding and Coping with Shame and Guilt
Shame and guilt are intense, complex emotions that we all experience at different times. They can be deeply uncomfortable, yet they serve essential roles in our moral and social development. It's crucial, though, to understand them and learn healthy ways to cope when they become overwhelming. Understanding Shame and Guilt: Shame and guilt are both self-conscious emotions, but they are distinctly different. Guilt is a feeling that arises when we believe we have done something

Mema Mansouri
Jun 16, 20232 min read
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Nurturing Meaningful Connections: Strategies for Maintaining Healthy Friend Relationships
Friendships are an essential aspect of our lives, providing us with support, companionship, and a sense of belonging. Just like any other relationship, friendships require effort and nurturing to remain healthy and fulfilling. Whether you're looking to strengthen existing friendships or cultivate new ones, implementing strategies for maintaining healthy friend relationships is crucial. In this blog, we will explore effective strategies that can help you foster and sustain mea

Mema Mansouri
Jun 6, 20233 min read
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Celebrating Pride Month: Embracing Diversity and Equality
June is an extraordinary month, filled with vibrant colors, celebrations, and a powerful sense of unity. It is Pride Month, a time when the LGBTQ+ community and its allies come together to commemorate the struggles and triumphs of the past, while continuing to advocate for equality, acceptance, and love. This blog aims to explore the significance of Pride Month, the historical background, and the ongoing fight for LGBTQ+ rights. 1. The History of Pride Month: Pride Month trac

Mema Mansouri
Jun 1, 20232 min read
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What Is Your Attachment Style?
From the very first hours after birth into childhood, humans seek security and form attachments with people they trust and depend on. Attachment theory suggests that these early experiences shape our attachment styles and influence how we interact with others throughout our lives. Understanding our attachment style can increase self-awareness and lead to more authentic and fulfilling lives. It can also foster stronger connections and healthier, long-lasting relationships. The

Mema Mansouri
May 26, 20234 min read
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In Response to Recent Tragic Events
I am at a loss for words due to the tragic events we've witnessed these past months, and so I am borrowing some from Michelle Obama. In her book, Becoming , she wrote, "grief and resilience live together." I would like to echo this sentiment & provide some tools for resiliency. Below are a few resources I have gathered to foster healing, no matter where you are in the process. For Everyone The CDC created this resource to support emotional health after a disaster or trauma.

Mema Mansouri
Jun 11, 20222 min read
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Live and Let Live: How to Manage Your Anxiety
I do not have to tell you how much anxiety can hold you back in life. I am sure one can think of many opportunities they have missed out on due to anxiety. There are things you want to do and goals you want to achieve, yet anxiety paralyzes you from taking action. Maybe you want to start taking classes or go on a road trip with your family or friends, but you are too anxious to do so. I am here to tell you that whatever you want to improve in your life is possible. Whether th

Mema Mansouri
Mar 3, 20223 min read
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