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My therapist introduced me to Wysa and it helped me out of my shell – Andrei’s Story

45-year-old graphic designer and administrative worker, Andrei, from the USA shares how he found Wysa with the help of his therapist and how using Wysa in-between sessions has helped him in both his personal life and career. Here is his story. “I’ve been using Wysa every day for the last three weeks. I recently underwent … Continue reading “My therapist introduced me to Wysa and it helped me out of my shell – Andrei’s Story”

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7 signs that can help you identify a narcissistic relationship pattern

If your significant other constantly talks about themselves, demeans others around them, and leaves you feeling hot and cold about the relationship, you might be with someone with narcissistic personality disorder. Narcissistic personality disorder gets its name from the Greek character Narcissus who tragically fell in love with his own reflection. Similarly, individuals with narcissistic … Continue reading “7 signs that can help you identify a narcissistic relationship pattern”

Understanding the fawn response to trauma

Do you often find yourself going above and beyond to make others happy ? Do you find yourself feeling extremely guilty constantly when you aren’t able to please others? Being overly concerned with only the emotions of others and not thinking about your needs can be a trauma response called ‘fawning’. You may know of … Continue reading “Understanding the fawn response to trauma”

By Renee Mary Varghese, M.Sc. on February 1, 2023 • Self
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Is confidence a skill that can be learnt?

“Buck up! Be confident! Stay uptight! Yes, you can do it! Don’t cry!” These are phrases we often hear while growing up, and all of them intend for us to be confident and comfortable with who we are. Unfortunately, in reality, they send a message of disapproval about who we are, and that there is … Continue reading “Is confidence a skill that can be learnt?”

7 mental health resolutions for the new year 2023

New year’s resolutions, however infamous they might be for their ambitious and inconsistent nature, are often promising and well-intended. The end of the year can be a contemplative time for many people. It gives us an opportunity to recognise and reflect on aspects of our lives that we would like to work on. Mental health … Continue reading “7 mental health resolutions for the new year 2023”

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Emotional Detachment Disorder: 5 Signs You Are Emotionally Detached

📝 All articles on Wysa are reviewed by mental healthcare professionals before publication, who check that the content is thorough and accurate, and references the latest evidence-based research. Learn more. As human beings, we experience different degrees of sentimentality. Most of us can think of someone who we consider overly emotional; As well as of someone who just … Continue reading “Emotional Detachment Disorder: 5 Signs You Are Emotionally Detached”

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How to manage the feeling of being overwhelmed

In today’s time of information overload, it is difficult not to feel overwhelmed. Feeling overwhelmed means feeling weighed down by intense pressure, negative thoughts, and stress. Sometimes it passes on its own, but sometimes it leads to chronic stress and inability to cope. All of us at some point, need help with managing feeling overwhelmed. Learn … Continue reading “How to manage the feeling of being overwhelmed”

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Stages Of Grief And How To Cope

Understanding Grief Loss is an integral part of life, be it of someone we love or something that is of immense value to us. Grief is a normal and natural reaction to any type of loss. Everyone experiences grief irrespective of age, gender, culture or religion, however, its expression may vary from person to person. … Continue reading “Stages Of Grief And How To Cope”

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Do I need therapy? 8 signs you may want to start therapy

As we grow up, our parents gradually teach us how to take care for ourselves to some extent. However, self-care, and knowing when and how to seek help or support is also something that’s integral to our lives. Unfortunately, self-care is not exactly seen as something that is equivalent to physical wellbeing. We’re rarely told … Continue reading “Do I need therapy? 8 signs you may want to start therapy”

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Coping with Self-Harm

According to Merriam Webster, self-harm is “the act of purposely hurting oneself (as by cutting or burning the skin) as an emotional coping mechanism.” Although not suicidal in nature, self-harm is a way to cope with life stressors and unwanted painful emotions. It works as a distraction and helps instill a sense of calm for … Continue reading “Coping with Self-Harm”