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Play Your Way Out of Cognitive Traps

Author: Svetlana S.

  • Journaling Prompts That Actually Work for Self-Awareness

    Journaling Prompts That Actually Work for Self-Awareness

    Blank pages can feel intimidating.You sit down to write… and nothing comes.Your mind is full — but the words won’t come out. That’s why the right journaling prompts matter. They’re not just questions. They’re mirrors. They help you meet yourself where you are — even on days you feel lost. Why Journaling Works Journaling creates… Read more

  • How to Deal With Overwhelming Emotions Without Therapy

    How to Deal With Overwhelming Emotions Without Therapy

    You don’t need to be in therapy to feel better.Sometimes, all you need is a small shift — the right question, the right tool, the right pause. We all get emotionally overwhelmed. The fast pace of life, constant notifications, unspoken feelings — it builds up. And when it does, it can feel like you’re drowning… Read more

  • Cognitive Distortions: The Mental Traps That Sabotage Your Life

    Cognitive Distortions: The Mental Traps That Sabotage Your Life

    Ever felt like your brain is working against you?You try to stay positive, but your thoughts spiral. One small mistake feels like a disaster. Someone doesn’t text back, and you assume they’re mad. These patterns aren’t random — they’re cognitive distortions. What Are Cognitive Distortions? Cognitive distortions are biased ways of thinking that distort reality.… Read more