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Cellphone habits that might be anxiety

Sometimes we use our cellphones to create a barrier between us and other people – contrary to what cellphones should be used for. While cellphones are important, we should ensure to not end up using them in ways that are harmful for us. "If you find that you’re using your phone in unhealthy ways, or your phone habits are causing you anxiety, try not to judge or criticise yourself. Let it be a sign that you need to set some healthy boundaries with your phone and learn some healthier coping skills to deal with your anxiety," wrote Therapist Carrie Howard. Here are a few cellphone habits that can be anxiety.6
Published on Nov 16, 2023 08:58 IST

Key signs of childhood emotional neglect

Childhood emotional neglect has a deep impact on people and their adult relationships as well. When we are brought up around parents and caregivers with less or no affection for us, we tend to carry that trauma in the later stages of our lives as well. "The absence of emotional support during childhood can be just as harmful and long-lasting as other traumatic experiences. However, because it's not easy to pinpoint when and where the emotional wounds occurred, it can be challenging to recognise and overcome them.⁣⁣," wrote Therapist Emmylou Antonieth Seaman.6
Published on Nov 12, 2023 13:10 IST

Things that build trust in relationships

Trust forms one of the foundation blocks in a healthy relationship. "As a human, your brain is wired to need emotional connection and physical comfort from the person (people) you are close to. In order for someone to meet these needs, there has to be trust between both people," wrote Therapist Sadaf Siddiqi. Here are a few things that can build trust in a relationship.6
Published on Nov 11, 2023 13:35 IST

Signs you have a wounded inner child

When we are brought up in dysfunctional or abusive homes, we have a wounded inner child in us. " As a protection from the outside world, our wounded inner child acts out when they are feeling vulnerable. If you notice that you are often acting from a place of misplaced anxiety or anger, I’d urge you to seek help from a professional to help you identify the parts of you that need healing. When we notice that we are acting from the wounded child, we can choose to pause before we react," wrote Therapist Andrea Evgeniou. Here are a few signs that we have a wounded inner child.6
Published on Nov 11, 2023 11:12 IST