Photo by おにぎり on Unsplash We often think that people who end up in toxic relationships must have had a lot of bad experiences in their past. But what about those who attract toxic relationships even if their childhood was ‘okay’…
Today, I’ll address the question of whether you can stop maladaptive daydreaming by simply reading about it. Reading about it here refers to learning about daydreaming, its symptoms, and coping strategies, essentially immersing yourself in this field of knowledge. Learning…
Have you ever asked yourself what a boundaryless life looks like, a life without healthy guidelines for acceptable behavior from others or from yourself? A boundaryless life is one where you are not really sure or clear about your boundaries.…
Today, I will address the question of whether daydreaming is a healthy coping mechanism to have in your life. Someone on a forum suggested that it’s better to have maladaptive daydreaming as a coping mechanism compared to other coping methods…
Today, I’m going to share an important aspect of your personal development journey, which is responsibility, especially as it relates to how we often tend to point fingers at others in life. We blame circumstances or other people, saying, “It’s…
Today, I’ll address the question of how to cope with feelings of guilt, particularly after a lengthy episode of daydreaming. First, you must understand that guilt, as an emotion, is not inherently negative. It serves as a signal that something…
When it comes to moving on from any past relationship, the idea of closure is often a crucial step in the process. Closure is typically seen as a means to attain a sense of finality, an assurance that the relationship…
One thing we love doing is pinpointing the root of all our problems. Throughout my training as a therapist, I’ve learned from other wonderful therapists that the root cause of all problems doesn’t have to be childhood trauma or inner…
Today, we continue our discussion on what boundaries are not. In the first part of the article (you can read first part of article here), we shared insights on how boundaries are not walls or barriers, punishment or a form…
Picture this: you’re caught in a web of manipulation that keeps you constantly on edge and questioning your self-worth. For instance, in a romantic relationship, your partner might call you “stupid” or “worthless” during an argument, attacking your intelligence and…
Today, I’ll address the question of why you feel guilty after a long daydreaming episode. This is a common experience for many daydreamers, particularly those who wish to quit daydreaming. The feelings of guilt stem from addiction, as is the…
Today, I’ll be answering this question: How do you know that you are living in denial as an excessive daydreamer? One aspect people struggle with is being honest with oneself. Being honest with oneself means seeing something for what it…
