Why women are still battling and blamed for society’s problems with infertility?
Women continue to be unfairly blamed for societal problems with infertility, even though infertility can be caused by a multitude of factors, including male issues. This blame places an unnecessary burden on women and contributes to feelings of inadequacy and…
Elephant burials and human grief: Exploring depths of animal sentience, emotion of death
The myth of elephant graveyards has pervaded popular culture, and recent observations of buried Asian elephant calves may finally give that legend some credence. Elephant burials and human grief: Exploring depths of animal sentience, emotion of death (AP File Photo)…
Parents anxiety or depression issues impact kids’ mental health: Ways to handle it
ByZarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi Many parental factors always impact a child’s development, mental state and behaviour where one of them is the parents’ mental health. An adult who is mentally unstable, cannot cope with stress; challenges and misbehaviour by children,…
Overcoming defensiveness: 7 tips for better communication in your relationships
Published on Mar 15, 2024 06:00 AM IST Defensiveness can hinder healthy communication in relationships. Here are seven practical tips to break down defensive barriers and improve dialogue. …read more / View Photos in a new improved layout Published on…
Secure attachment communication skills for your relationship
In a relationship, healthy communication forms the foundation of happiness and understanding. It is important to create a healthy space for sharing and exchange of emotions without the fear of being criticised or judged. People with secure attachment are more…
Reinforcing your boundaries with difficult people: Here are 5 steps to do it; explains therapist
News / Photos / Lifestyle Photos / Reinforcing your boundaries with difficult people: Here are 5 steps to do it; explains therapist Published on Mar 11, 2024 04:56 PM IST From avoiding explanations to stating consequences, here are a few…
4 communication and conflict resolution skills for harmonious relationships
Relationships can often resemble a thrilling roller coaster ride. While the highs can be exhilarating, the lows can welcome turbulence in the form of stress and conflicts. However, it’s not about how bad the conflict is but how it is…
Solutions for overcoming challenges in virtual networking
In today’s fast-moving business world, making connections has taken on a whole new look, thanks to the rise of virtual networking that serves as a powerful force in the world of connections, not just in advanced technology but is also…
Relationship tips: 5 unconscious beliefs that block us from getting the love that we want
Published on Mar 09, 2024 06:00 AM IST Explore the hidden barriers to love by delving into five unconscious beliefs that may be obstructing the path to the fulfilling relationships we desire. …read more / View Photos in a new…
Self-empowerment tips for women in leadership roles
Leadership is about making others better as a result of your presence and making sure that impact lasts in your absence and the most effective way to do it is to include women at all levels, including the top, to…
Parenting 101: Tips to make transitions easier for children
Published on Mar 03, 2024 03:09 PM IST From making transitions short and sweet to taking out the mystery, here are a few ways to help kids through transitions. …read more / View Photos in a new improved layout Published…
5 signs that you are tricking yourself into staying in the wrong relationship: Therapist explains
News / Photos / Lifestyle Photos / 5 signs that you are tricking yourself into staying in the wrong relationship: Therapist explains Published on Mar 03, 2024 07:00 PM IST From engaging in self-doubt to making excuses to justify our…
Power of friendship: Tips on nurturing social skills in early education
ByZarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi Friendship, a term significantly understated, forms the essence of a bond that enriches our lives in so many ways as it delivers that dose of self-confidence and purpose in a world permeated by a hinging sense…
3 habits of present parents to foster healthy parenting
Published on Mar 01, 2024 06:00 AM IST From having face-to-face interactions to setting realistic goals, here are three habits of present parents that can help in healthy parenting. …read more / View Photos in a new improved layout Published…
5 dating behaviours we need to stop if we want a secure relationship
Updated On Feb 28, 2024 02:43 PM IST From holding our opinions to not clarifying our needs, here are five behavioural patterns that can stop us from having a secure relationship. …read more / View Photos in a new improved…
Parenting tips: Myth Vs truth about discipline
As parents, we always want to ensure that we provide our children with the best of everything. However, teaching them skills that they will need to navigate through life and discipline that will guide their value system and beliefs is…
Overcoming loneliness in friendships: Here are 5 things you can do
Published on Feb 28, 2024 06:00 AM IST From reflecting on our expectations to expanding our social circle, here are a few ways to overcome loneliness. …read more / View Photos in a new improved layout Published on Feb 28,…
5 signs that you sacrifice too much for the approval of your partner
Published on Feb 27, 2024 04:03 PM IST Here are five signs that we sacrifice a lot to gain the approval of the partner in a relationship. …read more / View Photos in a new improved layout Published on Feb…
7 unique and creative date ideas to ignite chemistry and spark connection
First dates are definitely anxious, frightening and full of expectations. But it goes beyond small talk; the success of your date depends on a number of other things, such as what you decide to do. “To build chemistry is to…
Couples’ Yoga retreats: 8 benefits of combining romantic getaway with shared Yoga experience
Published on Feb 26, 2024 07:00 AM IST Couples’ Yoga retreats: From deepening bonds to enhancing wellness together, here are 8 benefits of combining a romantic getaway with a shared Yoga experience …read more / View Photos in a new…
Relationship stress: How to rescue and revive your bond
As individuals, we grow up in this world without much of a formal training on how to deal with humans – the most advanced animal species out there, whether it is a relationship with our mother, father, grandparents, friends, partner,…
5 signs that you are not being a supportive friend
Published on Feb 24, 2024 05:12 PM IST From not reciprocating their emotions to failing to take accountability for our actions, here are five signs of being an unsupportive friend. …read more / View Photos in a new improved layout…
4 family rituals that teach important values
Published on Feb 24, 2024 06:15 PM IST Here are four rituals that can help in instilling in children a sense of responsibility, kindness and togetherness. …read more / View Photos in a new improved layout Published on Feb 24,…
Beyond mom-to-be: Guide for dads in coping with pregnancy-related challenges
ByZarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi Fatherhood is a remarkable experience filled with excitement but it can also pose unique challenges for dads-to-be hence, understanding and coping with the various aspects of pregnancy is crucial for both you and your partner. As…
4 easy rituals to increase connection and calm in the family
Published on Feb 23, 2024 06:15 PM IST From camping together to sharing about our day at dinnertime, here are four rituals that can improve togetherness in family. …read more / View Photos in a new improved layout Published on…
Relationship green flags: 5 healthy behaviours to look for
Published on Feb 23, 2024 11:10 AM IST From communication skills to accepting the partner as they are, here are five green flags to look out for in a relationship. …read more / View Photos in a new improved layout…
Feeling disconnected from your partner? 6 things to try to increase intimacy
In a relationship, it is natural to feel disconnected from the partner sometimes. Often, we may feel that we do not have the same amount of intimacy and desire for each other that we had in the initial phases of…
Toxic relationship: What is covert abuse? Signs to be aware of
In a toxic relationship, covert abuse can be a dangerous manipulation technique. Unlike overt abuse, covert abuse is not on the surface. Overt abuse uses physical aggression and violence which is easy to segregate and explain. Covert abuse, on the…
Giving your partner the benefit of doubt: Here’s what it looks like
In order to improve the emotional connection shared in a relationship, we need to create a space for healthy and open communication. The space should be devoid of any tendency of judgement or criticism. The partners should be allowed to…
6 effective tips for problem-solving in relationships
Published on Feb 21, 2024 06:00 AM IST Building and maintaining healthy relationships often involves overcoming challenges together. Here are some tips for solving problems in relationships. …read more / View Photos in a new improved layout Published on Feb…
Breakup Day 2024: 6 telltale signs your partner wants to break up with you
February is not just the month of love, but also of new beginnings and bold decisions. After Valentine’s Day, Anti-Valentine’s Week gives you an opportunity to take a stand for yourself by either ‘slapping’ (Slap Day) and ‘kicking’ (Kick Day)…
Missing Day 2024: 6 things to do when you are missing someone you love
Missing someone you recently broke up with or coping with a loss of loved one can be extremely challenging. Just when you feel, you are past the initial pain of separation, the pangs of longing and heartache can hit unexpectedly…
Confession Day 2024: Top confessions to avoid; things to never tell your partner
Confession Day 2024: After the overdose of mush and all things love during Valentine’s Week and V-Day, it’s time to detox with Anti-valentine’s Week, if you are single. Confession Day is the time to admit to your mistakes and spill…
Tantrum taming: 20 parenting strategies for dealing with toddler meltdowns
Tantrums, characterised by emotional outbursts and intense displays of frustration, are a natural part of a child’s developmental journey where common tantrums often unfold as fervent protests accompanied by inconsolable tears and unwavering resistance. Tantrums are common as toddlers learn…
5 signs that you see your spouse as your enemy
Published on Feb 18, 2024 06:11 PM IST From rolling eyes at them to ignoring their warnings, here are five signs that we see our spouse as an enemy. …read more / View Photos in a new improved layout Published…
Why is it so hard to leave a relationship? Relationship Coach explains
Ending a relationship or coming out of a relationship is not an easy process. It takes a lot of strength, effort and emotions to leave a relationship that once meant a lot to us. “Ending a relationship is rarely ever…
Flirt Day 2024: 6 flirting mistakes to avoid at all costs
If Valentine’s Week is the perfect opportunity for couples to strengthen their bond and express their love in myriad forms, Anti-Valentine’s Week is dedicated to singles or those who are looking to end things with their partner. After ‘slapping’ (Slap…
Self-love requires mindset shifts: 7 tips to know
The longest and the most important relationship is the one that we have with ourselves. “Cultivating self-love often involves adopting positive mindset shifts that encourage a more compassionate and accepting view of oneself. Shift from feeling undeserving to affirming your…
How to explain death to toddlers and preschoolers? Therapist shares tips
Published on Feb 16, 2024 03:58 PM IST From avoiding euphemisms to teaching them to celebrate the loved ones, here are a few ways to explain death to toddlers and preschoolers. …read more / View Photos in a new improved…
Coping with grief: Tips for navigating revival and loss of loved ones
Loss often feels all consuming but we need to give room for feelings of sadness, confusion, anger as they show up. Grief proceeds through a set sequence, where the first reaction is that of denial, then anger, followed by depression…
Valentine’s Day 2024: Are you not liking your Valentine? Here are 5 signs
Valentine’s Day 2024: It is the day of love. Every year, Valentine’s Day is observed with a whole lot of pomp and grandeur all over the world. From the streets being decked up in shades of love, to lovers going…
Love in the digital age: How dating coaches are redefining modern romance
When a long-term relationship came to an unhappy end, 43-year-old Katia suddenly found herself in “uncharted waters” as she struggled to deal with a baffling array of dating apps and the confusing — and mostly unwritten — set of rules…
Kiss Day 2024: 7 different types of kisses and their meanings
Kiss Day is celebrated a day before Valentine’s Day and falls on February 13 where people in love seal their relationship with a kiss on this day of the Valentine’s Week or show affection for their partner with this act…
World Marriage Day 2024: Date, history, significance; tips for happy marriage
World Marriage Day 2024: While they say, ‘marriages are made in heaven’, it requires commitment, respect, communication, and willingness to growth together for a marital union to sustain and succeed. Marriage is an important institution that brings stability, emotional support,…
6 common triggers and potential boundary needs: Therapist explains
Setting healthy boundaries is very important to maintain the sanity and health of a relationship. Besides setting boundaries, we should also ensure to communicate the significance of those boundaries to people who surround us. When we are faced with triggers,…
Build better boundaries with yourself: Therapist suggests 7 steps
Published on Feb 08, 2024 07:51 PM IST From having a me time to creating a contract, here are a few ways to set better boundaries with ourselves. …read more / View Photos in a new improved layout Published on…
7 habits that are actually signs of resentment
When we grow resentment and frustration in a relationship, it can slowly kill the connection and intimacy we have. “Holding on to resentment can be bad for your mental and physical health. It can cause stress, anxiety, depression, and other…
Nitpicking in relationship: Getting to the root causes
Published on Feb 07, 2024 06:47 PM IST From need for control to unresolved conflicts, here are a few root causes of nitpicking. …read more / View Photos in a new improved layout Published on Feb 07, 2024 06:47 PM…
Valentine’s Week 2024: Unique date ideas to celebrate the days of love
Valentine’s Week begins today (February 7). While Valentine’s Day falls on February 14, the celebrations for it begin a week before with each day holding significance for people in love. Before Valentine’s Day, couples celebrate the seven days of love…
Propose Day 2024: 6 biggest proposal mistakes people make
Propose Day is celebrated on the second day of the 7-day long Valentine’s Week, ahead of V-Day celebrations on February 14. After months or years of knowing each other, there comes a stage when you are ready to move forward…
Want to reduce misunderstanding? Do these five things in your relationship
Published on Feb 05, 2024 07:12 PM IST From using simple language to watching our tone, here are a few ways to reduce misunderstandings in a relationship. …read more / View Photos in a new improved layout Published on Feb…
Types of unhealthy communication patterns: 4 ways to improve them
In any relationship, healthy communication forms one of the foundation blocks. It determines the strength and connection in the relationship. Honest communication that helps people to reach clarity is extremely important. “We all deserve to be heard/express ourselves and we…
6 types of anxiety that are healthy for a relationship
Anxiety can be a crippling feeling. The persistent worry about the daily activities and uneasiness and nausea can make us feel giddy. However, a few types of anxiety are healthy in a relationship. “Anxiety is a normal emotional response –…
5 signs that you are not being a supportive spouse
A healthy relationship demands equal amounts of effort, dedication, trust, loyalty and support from the partners to make things work out for the long haul. Being supportive of each other, accepting each other’s imperfections and eccentricities, and having each other’s…
Are you frustrated by dating? Here’s what you can do instead
When we carry the baggage of past traumatic experiences of relationships and toxicity, starting all over again to find ourselves vulnerable in love and relationship can feel like a big task. Starting from scratch with someone and learning to be…
What dating with secure functioning looks like
Published on Feb 02, 2024 01:55 PM IST From having clarity on what they want, to breeding more closeness and connections, here are a few signs of what dating with secure functioning looks like. …read more / View Photos in…
10 types of emotional manipulation tactics that we should be careful about
A relationship can very smoothly turn toxic because of certain behavioural patterns which can be harmful for the people involved in it. A relationship requires equal amounts of effort, understanding, trust and loyalty to create a healthy space for communication…
3 signs that you have contempt towards your spouse
Published on Feb 01, 2024 03:22 PM IST From rolling our eyes to correcting them, here are a few signs that we have contempt against our spouse. …read more / View Photos in a new improved layout Published on Feb…
Are you emotionally divorced? Watch out for these 5 key signs
Marriages don’t suddenly fall apart. Although many divorces seem to happen suddenly, they usually develop gradually. And although the left-behind spouse often expresses astonishment, this is a sign of pain and anxiety. The likelihood of a marriage ending increases significantly…
How to support a friend with mental health issues
ByZarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi Navigating the nuances of mental health issues may be a difficult path but having a supportive buddy can make a huge difference in someone’s life so, it is important to learn some practical ways to support…
3 types of trust in a relationship we should know about
Trust is extremely important in any relationship. Be it with our family member or among friends or the partner we are romantically involved with, trust forms the basis of the relationship. Growing stronger trust takes time and effort. Knowing the…
Parenting tips: 5 steps to build a secure relationship with the child
Updated On Jan 29, 2024 05:21 PM IST From grieving our traumatic experiences to learning to be calm and relaxed, here are a few steps to build a secure connection with our child. …read more / View Photos in a…
Dissociation and its impact on relationships: Therapist explains
Dissociation refers to the feeling of being disconnected from the situation, or a person, or from the present. It can be a trauma response. Sometimes, when we are brought up in dysfunctional families and carry the burden of childhood trauma,…
6 ways anxious attachment can block relationship success
The way we attach ourselves in a relationship matters in determining the health of the relationship. Each person has their individual attachment style. Be it anxious attachment or secure attachment, the relationship depends heavily on the way we choose to…
Tips to parent young adults to end generational codependency
Published on Jan 27, 2024 01:02 PM IST From teaching them boundaries to encouraging them to explore their inner strength, here are a few ways to end generational codependency. …read more / View Photos in a new improved layout Published…
8 types of rest we need in our relationships
When we hear rest, we immediately think about quality sleep. However, there are other types of rest that are important to make ourselves feel better. In a relationship, there may come times when we feel emotionally and mentally drained. That…
5 things to do for dating with secure attachment
Each person has their own attachment style with which they approach their relationships. While some people have an anxious attachment style, some have secure attachment style. In secure attachment style, a person is usually emotionally mature to handle a relationship…
Are you being immature during conflicts? Here are the signs
A conflict is natural in a relationship. Be it having disagreement on a petty thing or a life-changing decision, arguments help us to understand the perspectives of the partner better. “It is actually the default in our human DNA to…
Do compliments make you feel uncomfortable? Here’s why
Compliments are a way of showing appreciation. Be it for appearances or the way we look, or the way we behave, compliments can make our day better. When we receive compliments from people we love, we feel more beautiful and…
7 ways to rekindle a broken relationship
Relationships, no matter how strong they appear on the surface, are delicate and need constant nourishment and understanding from both the parties. Sometimes, a much-cherished relationship may encounter a sudden setback, leaving deep scars and it may seem difficult to…
Parental invalidation: 7 ways it can affect us
When we are brought up in dysfunctional homes under the supervision of emotionally immature parents, we do not receive the love, care and affection that we deserved as a child. This invalidation can further transcend into self-doubt as we grow…
How to get your needs met in a relationship: Therapist shares tips
Published on Jan 23, 2024 05:04 PM IST From understanding what is missing to making specific requests, here are a few ways to get our needs met in a relationship. …read more / View Photos in a new improved layout…
Unlocking the heart: 8 signs you might be struggling to receive love
Don’t we all want love? Surprisingly, accepting it isn’t always easy. Although we’re more than happy to show affection to others, the thought of being loved and cherished actually causes many of us difficulty. The thing is, it may not…
5 signs that you are bored in your marriage
Published on Jan 21, 2024 06:56 PM IST From intimacy being non-existent, to not having new things to talk about, here are a few signs of boredom in a marriage. …read more / View Photos in a new improved layout…
Reasons you have a defensive conversation with your spouse
Published on Jan 22, 2024 06:00 AM IST From having a survival mindset to now asking questions, here are a few reasons why defensiveness can show up in romantic relationships. …read more / View Photos in a new improved layout…
The exhausting effects of blame in relationships
A relationship goes through both good and bad times. While it is important to keep the good memories close and put in effort to ensure that the other person feel happy, safe and loved in the relationship, it is equally…
8 ways to create an emotionally healthy home
The idea of home should bring us comfort, warmth, safety and assurance. When we are brought up in a home full of love, affection and care, we learn to become individuals aware of our emotions, secure in our skin and…
What is coercive control: Signs we should be aware of
Published on Jan 20, 2024 01:36 PM IST From gaslighting to limiting our access to money, here are a few signs of coercive control in a relationship. …read more / View Photos in a new improved layout Published on Jan…
Are you parenting your partner? Here are the signs to watch out for
When we are brought up in dysfunctional homes, we try to implement the trauma and the behaviour patterns in our adult relationships as well. This often shows up as parentification. This transcends from the habit of being our parent and…
Is your partner not pulling the weight? Here are 7 signs to watch out for
A relationship is a two-way street. Be it understanding each other, putting effort, clarifying things, making a healthy space for communication or having fun – all of it should be divided between two people involved in the relationship. A healthy…
How to take personal accountability in a relationship? Therapist shares tips
In any relationship, it is extremely important to know the boundaries and the things that we are responsible for. By knowing what we should do, and what we should not, we can understand the boundaries better. It also helps us…
Intergenerational strengths that can be passed on through generations
Intergenerational experiences are extremely important for our mental and emotional health. It helps in strengthening us, making us resilient and passing on the wisdom to the next generation. While being brought up in dysfunctional homes can give us childhood trauma…
What is apology language? Therapist explains the types
Published on Jan 11, 2024 08:46 AM IST From requesting forgiveness to making restitution, here are five apology languages in a relationship. …read more / View Photos in a new improved layout Published on Jan 11, 2024 08:46 AM IST…
Common manipulation techniques that narcissists engage in
Narcissistic personality disorder or NPD is a mental condition where people have extremely high sense of their own importance. They usually lack empathy and compassion for others and believe that they should be celebrated at all times. They have difficulty…
Parenting tips: Truths to remember while raising secure and resilient children
Parenting is tricky – while we want to provide our children with the best of everything, we also need to maintain a healthy balance of teaching them discipline, values and skills needed to navigate through life. In order to raise…
5 ways to build a secure functioning partnership
A healthy partnership demands two people who come together and put in equal amount of effort to create a safe space for sharing and understanding of emotions. “Secure relationships aren’t born… They are built through minimizing threat and meeting needs…
Healing from toxic relationships: 8 strategies for emotional recovery
News / Photos / Lifestyle / Healing from toxic relationships: 8 strategies for emotional recovery Published on Jan 05, 2024 04:12 PM IST Recovering from toxic relationships demands intentional steps. Explore eight strategies for emotional healing, from setting boundaries to…
Caring for children with blood cancer: A guide for parents
In the intricate tapestry of life, the diagnosis of blood cancer in a child can shatter the most resilient hearts and it is a moment when time seems to stand still for parents while the world turns into a labyrinth…
How to meet like-minded people to date: Therapist shares tips
Published on Jan 04, 2024 06:49 PM IST From exploring hobbies to keeping an open mind, here are a few ways to meet like-minded people to date. …read more / View Photos in a new improved layout Published on Jan…
Self-care tips to prioritise yourself and your mental health
ByZarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi According to the National Health Program of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, 1 in 5 Indians has some emotional and mental ailments while around 6–7 crore people in the country suffer from some kind…
Self-care for mental health: Practical tips for a happier life
The belief is that self-care is not a luxury but a fundamental pillar that supports overall wellness and in the fast-paced world of business, prioritising mental health and well-being is crucial, playing a pivotal role in shaping every aspect of…
Love in 2024: 7 top tips to improve your dating life in the New Year
Are you single and looking for love? Are you having trouble meeting the right person? If you’re having trouble finding a love connection, it’s all too easy to get discouraged or buy into the destructive myths out there about dating…
Love resolutions 2024: 6 tips for finding your soulmate in the New Year
As the clock ticks towards midnight and the year comes to an end, the feeling of renewal and the promise of what’s to come is palpable. Many people make New Year’s resolutions to start fresh in many areas of their…
Do you have an impatient or demanding kid? here’s how to respond
Parenting can be tricky. While we want to ensure that we provide the best of everything to our children, it is also important to be strict at times when we need to teach values and skills to the children. Children…
Relationship stress? Check out 10 ways to rescue and revive your bond
Relationships frequently experience stress due to life’s obligations, necessitating deliberate attempts to rekindle the spark of connection. Arguments are a common occurrence, so occasionally getting into one doesn’t indicate that your relationship is “bad.” In reality, couples’ communication skills might…
4 essential truths about love, partnership and marriage: Therapist explains
From the earliest moments of life, we thrive on human connections, partnerships and love. Our idea of being is decorated in the affection, love and care that we receive from the people surrounding us. “Why are relationships so hard? In…
Preconception counselling: Importance, 5 ways it empowers couples in parenthood
Embarking on the journey of parenthood is a profound and transformative experience where couples want to ensure a smooth and healthy transition into this life-changing chapter and preconception counselling is a specialised healthcare service designed to provide this smooth guidance…
Things that adult children want to receive from their parents
We are never too grown up to deny the fact that we do not like receiving gifts from our parents and elders. However, as we grow up, our definition of gifts changes. Especially from our parents. We seek validation, support,…
Unrealistic relationship expectations that lead to conflict and breakup
One of the spoilsports in relationships is unrealistic expectations. It is natural in a relationship for people to have certain expectations from each other. While the expectations should be clarified in healthy communication with each other, we should also remember…
5 signs that you are not communicating well with your partner
Communication is one of the foundation blocks of a happy, healthy and safe relationship. A healthy relationship requires a lot of effort, understanding, loyalty, communication and trust from both ends to make things work out. But when communication is strained…
Toxic family behaviours during the holidays
Published on Dec 25, 2023 04:41 PM IST From making condescending remarks about our life to undermining us, here are a few toxic family traits that can repeat during the holidays. …read more / View Photos in a new improved…
9 tips to maintain the balance between festival parties and quality ‘us’ time
As the holiday season approaches, the calendar is full of fun events, get-togethers and opportunities to spend time with loved ones. Finding the ideal balance between the excitement of party time and the intimacy of “us” time can be an…
Healing resentment in relationships: Therapist shares a guide
Resentment and frustration can happen in a relationship due to multiple reasons. One of the most prominent reasons for resentment is unmet needs over a period of time. “Instead of dwelling on shortcomings, we must learn to communicate about them….
Tips to protect yourself from your emotionally immature parent during holidays
News / Photos / Lifestyle / Tips to protect yourself from your emotionally immature parent during holidays Published on Dec 24, 2023 07:09 PM IST From practicing detached observation to self-soothing, here are a few ways to protect ourselves from…
What betraying our needs in a relationship looks like
Some of us are brought up with the conditioning that when we want to make any relationship work out, we need to prioritise others and not ourselves. We often forget that in a relationship, when unmet needs, wants and expectations…
Thoughts that fuel your need for people-pleasing
Published on Dec 23, 2023 05:31 PM IST From disappointing people or being labeled as selfish, here are a few thoughts that push us to please others. …read more / View Photos in a new improved layout Published on Dec…
Tips to avoid difficult people during the holiday season
Published on Dec 23, 2023 11:54 AM IST From accepting to acknowledging, here are a few ways to avoid difficult people during the holidays. …read more / View Photos in a new improved layout Published on Dec 23, 2023 11:54…
Examples of boundaries that can be set around draining relationships
Sometimes a relationship may feel draining and frustrating. That can happen due to a lot of fights or misunderstandings or a change in perspective. However, when a relationship starts to demand a lot of energy from our end, it is…
New Year 2024: 8 reasons why we fail to achieve New Year resolutions
ByZarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi New Year 2024 is almost here and so is our ambitious spirit, seeking refreshing and effective strategies to enhance our goal-setting approach, increase resilience and create a more sustainable path to achieving our personal and professional…
Year ender 2023: Exploring the movement to unplug and reconnect in 2023
As the year 2023 comes to a close, a notable trend has emerged in the realm of relationships—the movement to unplug and reconnect in the midst of a digital detox where individuals and couples were seen prioritising quality time by…
5 signs you are heading towards divorce and don’t know it
In any relationship, effort and mutual understanding form the basis of affection. Sometimes, a relationship may feel strained, and it is important to attend to it right away without waiting for it to become worse. “If you have any or…
7 practical tips for navigating family dynamics as a couple this holiday season
With its cheerful atmosphere and joyful gatherings, the holiday season forces couples to confront the complex dance of family dynamics. In addition to enjoying the warmth of family gatherings, many people find that the holidays require them to manage the…
Single this holiday season? 5 ways to find the right partner for year-end adventures
News / Photos / Lifestyle / Single this holiday season? 5 ways to find the right partner for year-end adventures Published on Dec 20, 2023 07:00 AM IST Check out this curated set of invaluable tips to discover your ideal…
Tantrum taming: Practical strategies for parents to deal with toddler meltdowns
One of the hardest things about being a parent is dealing with toddler tantrums. A child’s scream causes both blood pressure and stress levels to rise. It’s a real challenge to know how to respond to a two- or three-year-old’s…
Sparking joy again: 8 dynamic ways to refresh your stale relationship
Even the most vibrant couples can periodically experience a moment of stasis in their relationship journey. Don’t worry if the routine seems less wonderful and the initial spark has faded. Like any dynamic being, relationships can be given new life…
Tips to have difficult conversations when you are scared of conflict
There are times when we are afraid of getting into a misunderstanding, argument or a conflict. This can happen due to multiple reasons. Be it childhood trauma or the fear of abandonment, often we shy away from having difficult conversations…
New Year 2024: 8 relationship resolutions to spice up your romantic life
As the New Year dawns, it’s the perfect opportunity for a fresh start and a renewed perspective on life. Among the areas that deserve our utmost attention, our relationship takes centre stage, considering it’s the foundation of a happy and…
Dating trends 2023: From ghosting to stonewalling, toxic patterns that made news
Dating trends 2023: Dating in modern times is a lot different than how it used to be earlier. While the options are rampant, sticking by someone and having an old school romance is still the most beautiful thing to do….
Signs you are building your relationship from an insecure attachment
Each person has a distinguishing attachment style. Be it fearful avoidant to insecure attachment to secure attachment, the attachment style determines the way the person chooses to behave in a relationship. “Recognising insecure attachment styles within yourself is crucial for…
The non-negotiables in a relationship: Here’s what we should not settle for
In a relationship, we often need to compromise and settle for certain things. Finding common ground is very important to build a healthy space for emotion, trust and loyalty in a relationship. However, in a relationship, certain elements are non-negotiable…
‘It is not your fault’: Breaking the chains of self-stigmatisation in obesity
A recurring pattern that never fails to strike a cord with the patients dealing with obesity is a pattern of self-blame, disappointment and a never-ending cycle of internalised stigma. Health experts reveal that nearly every patient with obesity who walks…
1 in 4 adults think smacking is necessary to ‘properly raise’ kids
“Do you want a smack?!” This has been a common refrain from many parents across history. Right along with “just wait till your father gets home”. Somehow parents thought this threat of violence would magically improve their child’s behaviour. The…
Year Ender 2023: 5 ways hybrid work model affected marriages
As many organisations continued with the hybrid work model in 2023 aiming for higher productivity, more efficient use of time and improved work life balance for employees, the style of work hasn’t had a desired effect on marriages. This has…
Finding the right person: 4 ways to know if your partner is serious about you
When it comes to progressing to the next step of a relationship, sometimes your partner could be on a different page than you. While you may have long-term goals in mind regarding your relationship, your partner may just be enjoying…
Reasons you don’t have the love you want
Often, we crave a certain type of love, but we do not get it because of the way we stop ourselves from being vulnerable to others. This can happen due to trauma and past experiences where we have been shames…
4 reasons why you have doubts about your relationship
Published on Dec 08, 2023 12:32 PM IST From having commitment issues to feeling unsettled, here are four reasons why we may have doubts in the relationship. …read more / View Photos in a new improved layout Published on Dec…
Signs that you may have outgrown relationships or situations around you
Sometimes we may feel that we are outgrowing the relationships that we are a part of. Same happens for us with situations and our surroundings that we are in. This happens when we change at a pace that cannot match…
Relationship tips: 7 self-care ideas for couples to strengthen their bond
News / Photos / Lifestyle / Relationship tips: 7 self-care ideas for couples to strengthen their bond Published on Dec 08, 2023 06:00 AM IST From fitness fun to culinary exploration, discover how these simple self-care practices can enhance the…
10 essential ways to safeguard your marriage before it’s too late
Marriage is a powerful bond that binds the threads of two unique individuals into a shared journey in the complex fabric of life. A happy marriage requires commitment and dedication from both partners. Maintaining a healthy work-life balance, managing finances,…
Do you think of your partner finding someone else attractive? Expert shares tips
Often in a relationship, we worry about the partner finding someone else attractive. This mostly happens because of the conditioning we have been a part of since childhood where we were made to believe that a person’s value and worth…
Signs that you and your spouse are not reconciling conflict
Conflicts are natural in any kind of relationship. Be it family, or romantic relationships or friendships, conflicts are natural. Disagreements and arguments, unlike popular beliefs, are healthy in a relationship as they help us to know the perspectives of the…
Why do we need physical touch in our romantic relationships? Therapist explains
A romantic relationship creates a healthy space for both the partners to be vulnerable and expressive without the fear of being judged or misunderstood. Safe touch in a romantic relationship is extremely important. It helps in expressing emotions to the…
Pitch-perfect parenting: Study finds singing boosts baby’s language skills
A new study co-authored by an Indian-origin Cambridge University neuroscientist claims that singing rhymes and alphabets to babies helps them with language learning. Pitch-perfect parenting: Cambridge study finds singing boosts baby’s language skills (Unsplash) Professor Usha Goswami is among researchers…
Signs you need to work on your relationship with yourself
Published on Dec 04, 2023 02:07 PM IST From beating ourselves up for mistakes to feeling rejected, here are a few signs that we need to work on our relationship with ourselves. …read more 1 / 6 View Photos in…
7 signs that your partner is suffering from borderline personality disorder
Do you feel you are always walking on eggshells in your relationship and living with a partner who is as loving as they are emotionally abusive? If you often feel unsure about how your partner will react to a situation…