Phil Stutz and Barry Michels have introduced a series of seven mental tools in their book “The Tools” designed to overcome emotional and psychological blocks and unlock full potential. Here is a brief summary of the tools: 1. Reversal of Desire Purpose: Overcoming fear and resistance. Application: 2. Active Love Purpose: Dissolving negative feelings and … Read more

In No Bad Parts, Richard Schwartz introduces readers to a revolutionary way of viewing the mind through his Internal Family Systems (IFS) model. At the core of this approach is the belief that every part of us, no matter how destructive or negative it may seem, holds protective intentions. Rather than suppress or battle these parts, … Read more

Beyond the Mind, Towards the Wisdom of the Heart We’ve all heard the expression “listen to your heart.” But what does it really mean to be guided by our intuition and emotions? The concept of heart intelligence offers a deeper perspective on this fundamental human capacity. The Science Behind the Heart Contrary to what we … Read more

The health crisis has put them back in the spotlight for their therapeutic powers. New research on their use in cosmetics demonstrates their lasting effects on our emotions. Generators of joy, essential oils? Yes, but not only that. Hearing, taste, smell, touch and sight. Our five senses connect us to the world that surrounds us, … Read more

Meditation, once considered an exotic practice, has found a prominent place in many people’s lives today. However, there are numerous myths surrounding this technique that can discourage those interested in trying it. Let’s debunk some of these misconceptions and explore why meditation could be beneficial for you. Myth 1: Meditation is Only for Religious People Reality: Meditation is a secular practice, unrelated … Read more

“Truth is not a destination, but a journey.“ This is how my personal journey into the world of honesty begins—a journey that I have learned to cherish and embrace in all its complexity. In a world where it’s easy to hide behind masks of convenience and social façades, my exercise in honesty has become a … Read more

Recognizing emotional flashbacks is the first step in managing them. Here are some signs that you might be experiencing an emotional flashback: Strategies for Managing Emotional Flashbacks Managing emotional flashbacks involves learning how to calm and protect yourself when they occur. Here are some strategies that can help: 1. Awareness of Triggers Identifying the things … Read more

There exists an entire universe of lessons not taught within the painted walls of schools, where the blackboard is merely a stage for formulas and definitions, and the teacher’s desk is the place from which fragments of knowledge are distributed. But what lies beyond these walls? What lessons remain unlearned, covered by the dust of … Read more

They tell about our childhood, our origins, our faults or low self-esteem. Sometimes hidden in details, they prove that we are different, unique. A useful reminder in a society which glorifies the image beyond reason, causing further suffering. The dictate of the perfect self The mechanism of the complex is not new, but it could … Read more