Difficult emotions
Emotion regulation
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Heartbreak is more than a metaphor. Are you at risk?
by Sian Harding
Laughter and comedy
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A sense of humour – even a dark one – is a moral virtue
by Mark Alfano & Mandi Astola
Difficult emotions
guide
How to deal with regret
In a world of choices, it’s impossible to avoid regret. Unpleasant as it is, you can make it bearable, even inspirational
by Jelena Kecmanovic
Grief
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There is consolation in a philosophical approach to grief
by Michael Cholbi
Emotions
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What makes hate a unique emotion – and why that matters
by Cristhian A Martínez
Shame and guilt
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How to cope with shame
Do you feel perpetually bad, broken or unlovable? These tools will help you relate to yourself in a fairer, gentler way
by Michaela B Swee & Susan Murray
Trauma and PTSD
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A broad definition of trauma is useful; an open-ended one isn’t
by Ahona Guha
Music
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A musician with sensory overload shows there are ways to adapt
by Neesa Sunar
Addiction
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How to know if you’re addicted
Do you feel uneasy about your drinking or drug use? Recognising the signs of addiction can be the first step to recovery
by Rebecca E Williams