You don’t need to understand science in order to understand mindfulness, it may even be a hindrance in some cases, but it can still be useful for studying and/or explaining many fascinating aspects of the mindful state. One of the most important examples is the way science can help us better understand how challenging it […]
Empathy is one of the most underrated characteristics in all of human psychology. Not only is it a key parts to being a decent human, but it is also crucial to discovering our true self in the present. Sometimes people act like empathy is an alien concept, or may even treat it with misguided contempt […]
Understanding mindfulness from as many angles as possible will help you get the most out of the concept. Contrary to the beliefs of some, being mindful and utilizing the power of the present are far from new age concepts. Buddhists are among the oldest practitioners of the skill. Different sects of Buddhism define mindfulness in […]
Asking someone to describe an enlightened state can conjure up visions of idealistic paradises and conversations with all-knowing entities. Others may react to the request with skepticism and refute the very idea as being mystical, mythical or both. These unfortunately common outlooks are likely fueled by the way enlightenment has been portrayed in the media. […]
If you want to see an academic break down, just ask them for the definition of consciousness. In virtually any field of study that includes the topic, there are few matters that can invoke a state of confusion like those related to our apparent ability to be aware. This makes it a great subject for […]
When the term codependency first came into use in the early 1980’s it was used to describe a person who was drawn to relationships with individuals who were chemically dependent, be it drugs or alcohol. In order to be diagnosed as codependent, S. Wegscheider-Cruise found that a person must meet three specific criteria. These included […]
If you were to ask a codependent how they got where they are, they probably couldn’t tell you. Sure, you can look at their past and see a cause and effect relationship between their childhood rearing and where they are today. It is very uncommon for a codependent personality to become aware of their disorder […]
Are you in a painful relationship? This can be something that is not only difficult to admit to yourself, but nearly impossible to share with anyone else. Keeping your troubles a secret is a natural human instinct, and one that can be quite harmful in the even that you find yourself in a co-dependent relationship. […]
I’ve talked about how your own self-esteem can be your biggest enemy in regards to your recovery, and ability to develop a healthy relationship with your loved ones. Men and women both are at fault in this regard, women more so than men, but neither is immune. I would hesitate to guess how many people […]
