Lillian, a patient of mine, didn’t know who she truly was. She lacked a sense of self. At any given moment of the day, she struggled to know what she felt, what she needed, what she wanted, and what ...

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When people consistently bottle up their emotions rather than processing them healthily, they often develop specific behavioral patterns and coping mechanisms. These habits emerge as the mind and body ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Mark Travers writes about the world of psychology. Self-care can either be a conduit to improved well-being or emotional ...