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Some people have a rare gift for understanding other people on a deeper level than they usually understand themselves, and if these things sound familiar, you might be one of them.

(ThySistas.com) Who am I? This is a question that haunts many people. It is one that is often dictated by the validation and expectations of others. From the time we enter the world we are told who we ...

This article follows the Direct Message methodology, designed to cut through the noise and reveal the deeper truths behind the stories we live. Understanding the self can feel like unraveling a ...

You’ve just had an argument with your partner, and you’re sure that you’re not the one at fault. You were simply trying to carve out some time for yourself to sit down and get a project done in the ...

It’s not at all an uncommon experience to be deeply caring and understanding, and yet struggle deeply to apply that same kindness inward. You might view self-compassion as a lower-order priority ...

How much do you love the person in the mirror? Do they feel complete, or are you waiting for the person who will complete you ...

Self-defense is one of those things everyone assumes they understand, but in reality, it’s surrounded by misconceptions. These myths can create a false sense of confidence, leading people to think ...

Know thyself: Many have said this. Socrates—maybe you’ve heard of him? Though he seems to have gotten the phrase from the oracle at Apollo’s temple in Delphi, where it was chiseled into the stone ...