self-love
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Is Avoiding ‘The Elephant in The Room’ Bad for Mental Health?
Avoiding the “elephant in the room” negatively impacts mental health by fostering stigma and isolation. Addressing uncomfortable truths with empathy and self-awareness enhances genuine connections and emotional well-being. Learn how confronting these issues can improve mental wellness and create a supportive community.
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Prioritizing Wellness and Overcoming Self-Limiting Beliefs
Whether you’re looking to improve your nutrition or physical fitness, there is no better time than now to prioritize your health. If you’re reading this, this is your sign—this is your now. The journey to health and wellness will have ups and downs. Embracing challenges and handling setbacks will set your journey apart. Remember, you…
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Your True North: What it Means to ‘Come Into Your Own’
Have you ever paused to reflect on your life’s journey and the person you’ve become? This is the essence of coming into your own—embracing your true self, achieving your goals, and developing a strong sense of self. Join me as we explore this transformative journey and how it shapes your happiness, well-being, and success.
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Why I Want to Walk Barefoot in the Grass but Just Can’t
In those rare, quiet moments, I find myself longing for something simple yet profound: the sensation of walking barefoot in the grass. The soft blades tickling my feet, the cool earth grounding me – it’s a vision that fills me with peace and gratitude. Yet, despite this yearning, worries of bees, snakes, and other creepy…
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Embracing Pink is a Bold Statement, Here’s Why
Pink. Often dismissed as just a color for girls, it’s actually a powerful symbol of individuality and freedom. From childhood fantasies to bold fashion statements, pink defies gender norms and societal expectations. Here, we explore the vibrant world of pink, questioning whether our color choices truly reflect who we are or what society dictates. Join…
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The Art of Solitude: Why Alone Time Matters
Through a blend of scientific findings and practical wisdom, this article highlights the profound impact that time spent alone can have on our well-being, personal growth, and overall fulfillment in life. The art of solitude is unique to all of us, but it matters when it comes to our happiness.
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Finding Balance: Essential Self-Care Tips for Busy Moms
Embarking on the journey of motherhood is transformative, revealing layers of empathy, resilience, and boundless love within us. However, it also presents challenges that test our limits, from balancing selflessness with self-care to navigating the postpartum landscape of neurobiological changes. Here, we offer some practical ways to balance these substantial life changes while also taking…
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“The Middle” by Jimmy Eat World: An Anthem of Resilience and Authenticity
In 2001, Jimmy Eat World released “The Middle,” an enduring anthem that speaks to the heart of every listener battling societal pressures. This chart-topping hit encourages us to remain true to ourselves despite the external demands to conform. Whether you’re a teen feeling the weight of social media trends or an adult navigating life’s transitions,…
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Who Am I, Really? Layers of a Multifaceted Personality
The blog emphasizes the importance of understanding healthy personality variations and mental health conditions like Dissociative Identity Disorder and Schizophrenia. It emphasizes embracing our multifaceted nature, or our singular one, while also being mindful of our mental health.
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Romanticizing Your Color Palette: A Blueprint for Personal Growth
From understanding color symbolism to integrating your palette into your surroundings, this blog offers insights into creating a life aligned with your truest self. Let’s discuss the hype of the modern mood ring.
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Redefining Femininity: The Evolution of Kitten Heels and Gender Norms
Kitten heels have traversed a long path from being mere ‘training heels’ for young girls to symbols of personal style and empowerment in women’s fashion. This journey reflects broader shifts in society’s approach to gender norms and femininity.
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Let’s talk Vests on Vienna Lane
In the dynamic world of motherhood and beyond, the vest shines with versatility. Pair it with leggings for a sporty look, or layer it over a dress to add delicate dimension. With its ability to blend seamlessly into any outfit, the vest is a testament to the modern woman’s need for style that keeps pace…
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Why Telling Kids Not to Cry Misses the Mark
In a world where we’re often told to ‘be strong’ and hide our emotions, it’s crucial we break the cycle with our children. Telling a child ‘don’t cry’ teaches them to suppress their feelings, stunting emotional growth and understanding. Learn how embracing our feelings can guide our little ones through their own, fostering a future…
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Curating Personal Chic in the Motherhood Matrix
Motherhood transforms us, urging us to find our voice and style amidst the chaos and beauty of raising little ones. At Vienna Lane, we stand firm in the belief that our fashion can mirror our resilient, multifaceted selves without sacrificing comfort for style. Here, we celebrate the blend of practicality and elegance, encouraging every mom…
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Beyond the Ice and Snow: The Deeper Meaning of ‘Let It Go’
‘Let It Go’ is more than a child favorite—it’s a call to embrace our true selves. With a message of courage and self-acceptance, it teaches us the power of letting go and celebrating our uniqueness. Discover the strength in vulnerability and authenticity with us.
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Harnessing Your Sensitivity: A Guide for the Highly Sensitive Person
Let’s discuss the power of heightened sensitivity. Here, we share a concise guide for Highly Sensitive Persons (HSPs) seeking to balance their deep perceptions with practical coping strategies.
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Spring’s Mixed Blessings: Seasonal Renewal and Its Many Shades
Spring delivers mixed blessings, offering vibrant renewal and longer days that uplift many, yet it also poses challenges for some. Embracing this complexity reveals that true growth and transformation start from within, highlighting the profound beauty in all aspects of the season’s change.
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Family Secrets: Helpful or Hurtful?
The journey from family secrets to healing is far from simple, but so necessary for health and well-being. Inside, learn how to navigate the complex layers of hidden truths with our interactive worksheet, guiding you toward openness and understanding.
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Sunny Sundays on the Mind
Setting time aside at the end of the week for reflection and planning can be a game-changer. Let’s talk about how implementing small changes can switch up your weekly grind for the better.
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Overcoming the No’s and Trusting Your Vision
The essence of success is believing in yourself and taking actionable steps towards your goals. Ask yourself, “How badly do I want it?” This reflection is the first step towards creating the life you envision.
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Living with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)
My emotions could be triggered by the slightest, perceived change in tone, any threat to my idea of comfort, or any magnification of my insecurities.
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Can Gratitude Really Change Everything?
Exploring the profound impact of gratitude, this post unveils how a thankful mindset can transform our well-being, deepen connections, and highlight the physiological benefits that enhance our overall quality of life.
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Crown of Thorns: Finding Solace in Johnny Cash’s ‘Hurt’
Inspired by Johnny Cash’s contemplative cover of “Hurt,” a song originally written by Trent Reznor and performed by Nine Inch Nails
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With Eight Great Arms: Gratitude from an Octopus Mom
Whether octopus-level juggling or shark-like navigating, take a moment to reflect on the wild, beautiful moments of motherhood and beyond.
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A Personal Reflection on Self-Improvement
Joy resonates for me in life’s simple moments: a meaningful chat, the allure of an unread book, and the personal flair of style. It’s in the shared wonder of life’s mysteries where I find the deepest connection. Let us talk about our happiness freely, and not feel guilty doing so.
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Loving Your Body: A Journey to Healthier Habits
Exploring the paradox of body love versus self-care, this article delves into the intricate relationship between our eating habits, self-worth, and health, offering insights and strategies for a healthier lifestyle.
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Understanding Anger: A Natural Human Emotion
Anger, often misunderstood, is a fundamental human emotion essential for survival. It can be productive, driving positive change, but also detrimental. Understanding, managing, and expressing it healthily is crucial for our emotional wellness.
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The Cross-Legged Paradox: Exploring Comfort and Caution
In the realms of meditation and mindfulness, the cross-legged position symbolizes peace, grounding, and calmness. Yet, it also holds a psychological significance as a defense mechanism. This duality reflects the intricate nature of our behavior – a single posture serving both as a source of tranquility and a shield in moments of discomfort.
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Aloneness and Loneliness: What’s the Difference?
This post explores the differences between loneliness and aloneness, suggesting that learning to enjoy solitude breeds self-awareness and inner peace, without shunning social connections. To confront loneliness, techniques like self-reflection, mindfulness, journaling, and self-compassion can be uplifting.
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The Art of Setting Personal Boundaries
Setting and maintaining healthy boundaries, particularly within family dynamics, can enhance emotional health, self-awareness, and relationships. It requires constant revisiting, reinforcement, respectful communication, and consideration of personal limits for a fulfilling life.
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Positive Psychology: A New Perspective on Mental Health
Positive psychology focuses on individual strengths and personal fulfillment over faults. Despite criticism, this scientific approach continues to transform mental health understanding and practice, complementing traditional methods for a comprehensive view on well-being.
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Emotional Intelligence: The Key to Self and Social Mastery
Emotional Intelligence (EI) refers to the capability to understand, manage, and respond aptly to personal emotions and those of others. Originating from the work of psychologists Salovey, Mayer, and Goleman, EI and the goal of social mastery consists of five core elements: self-awareness, self-regulation, motivation, empathy, and social skills.
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Motherhood Unfiltered: Beyond the Chaos, There’s Calm
Motherhood is a challenging balancing act of nurturing children and self-care, all amidst grocery store tantrums and bedtime battles. Remaining grounded in personal values, embracing imperfect moments, and merging motherhood with individual needs can make the journey a bit more manageable—and fun!
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Gentle Steps to Self-Love: A Mindful Guide on Vienna Lane
The journey of self-love begins with self-reflection and understanding. Despite the ubiquity of self-love mantras, embodying them can be challenging due to our unique perceptions and expressions of love. Cultivating self-love demands dedication, healing from emotional roadblocks, and nurturing our overall well-being.
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Breaking Free: A Deep Dive into Trauma Recognition and Recovery
Trauma, an uninvited visitor, disrupts our lives, often morphing into long-lasting changes. While trauma is diverse in its manifestation, a silver lining remains in the growing availability of specialized treatment options. Recognizing trauma and undertaking the brave step to seek help embodies our resilience, moving us closer to healing and safety.
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The Chic Mom: Tailoring Your Style Post-Baby
Let’s talk about managing your personal style while juggling motherhood. I know, I know, priorities right? It’s not about ditching your old look but adapting it for comfort and practicality. It’s okay to love sneakers or heels, and change is honestly okay. Things like versatile clothing, confidence, and donning a comfort-meets-chic “mom uniform” can help!
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Embracing Life’s Chaos and Brilliance with Grit
Life, marked by difficulties and trials, shapes us into resilient beings. Amidst these challenges, we find beauty and sublime moments, embodying Martin Luther King Jr.’s idea that the measure of a man lies in his response to challenges.