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The Shocking Truth About Blocking Emotions (And How It’s Ruining Your Life)
In a world that often prizes strength, stoicism, and “just getting on with it,” many people have learned to suppress or block their emotions. Instead of feeling sadness, anger, or fear, they reach for distractions—alcohol, food, drugs, overworking, or endless scrolling—to numb the discomfort. Substances and habits become shields, helping them avoid the emotional weight they don’t want to carry.
Are We Diagnosing Too Many Kids?
Mental health is important, and it’s great that more people are talking about it! But sometimes, kids are diagnosed with mental health conditions when they might just be going through normal emotions. This can lead to unnecessary treatments, stress for families, and children believing there’s something “wrong” with them when they’re just experiencing regular growing-up challenges.
Dealing with Loneliness: You Are Not Alone
Loneliness is something that many young people experience, even though they might not talk about it. Whether it’s feeling isolated at school, disconnected from friends, or alone at home, loneliness can affect mental health and overall well-being. But the good news is, loneliness doesn’t last forever, and there are ways to break free from it.