The Essential Breath

Our blog is dedicated to helping you improve your mental wellbeing, relationships, and emotional health.
We offer a variety of resources and articles on a wide range of topics related to relationships and mental health.
Our goal is to provide you with the information, insights and tools you need to live a happier, healthier life.

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The Blind Spot in Relationships: How the Introspection Illusion Sabotages Intimacy.

Do you truly know yourself? Many believe they have deep self-awareness, but a surprising psychological phenomenon called the illusion of introspection can cloud our judgement. This article explores this concept, revealing the dangers of self-deception in relationships and offering practical steps to cultivate genuine self-knowledge for stronger connections and intimacy.

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The People-Pleasing Dilemma: Reclaiming Your Sense of Self

Are you a chronic people-pleaser? Do you often find yourself saying "yes" when you really mean "no," or going out of your way to avoid conflict, even at the cost of your own happiness and well-being? If so, you're not alone. Many people struggle with the urge to constantly put others' needs and desires before ourselves, often to our own detriment.

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Beyond Bubble Baths: What Self-Care Is NOT (And Why It Matters)

Self-care is often described as activities and practices that individuals engage in to promote their physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Unfortunately, the media and popular culture often portray self-care as a set of consumer products or activities associated with luxury, indulgence, and pampering rather than as a holistic approach to wellness.

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