“Borrowed emotions” means you start feeling what others feel – offline (family, colleagues) or online (feeds, chats) – because humans naturally mirror mood and tension. Notifications amplify this by keeping your brain on alert. It’s common, not your fault, and it often happens without awareness.
why it matters:
It raises baseline anxiety, disturbs sleep, scatters focus, and strains relationships. You may overreact, feel heavy after scrolling, or confuse others’ stress with your own. Over time, this can look like low mood, irritability, and burnout if it isn’t addressed.
How therapy helps at Live Again India (what we do):
We help you separate “mine vs. borrowed,” map personal triggers, and design a simple digital-hygiene plan (notifications, timing, bedtime rules). We use evidence-based tools (CBT/DBT skills, breath and grounding, communication boundaries) and, when helpful, involve family in a practical media plan. You leave with a clear, step-wise routine to lower anxiety, protect sleep, and keep empathy warm without overwhelm.
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Alcohol Dependence Syndrome affects not just the individual but the entire family system, creating cycles of codependency, emotional strain, and social stigma. High expressed emotions, mistrust, and role confusion often damage relationships and increase relapse risk. Spouses and children carry hidden burdens that may continue across generations if left unaddressed. With timely therapy, psychoeducation, and family support, healing and resilience are possible for both the person and their loved ones. L@A
Alcohol marijuana addiction recovery requires an integrated approach that addresses the brain, behavior, and family system. While alcohol withdrawal can be medically dangerous, cannabis dependence often hides behind the myth of being “harmless.” Evidence shows that combining medical supervision, psychotherapy, and family support produces the most sustainable outcomes. Recovery is not a single event but a structured process that restores stability, dignity, and long-term health.
BPD and relationships often mirror each other’s emotional intensity, creating cycles of closeness and distance that feel overwhelming. Understanding these dynamics requires compassion for the fear of abandonment that drives them, along with skills to regulate emotions and improve communication. With therapy, partners can break the push–pull cycle and build stability. Healing is possible when both sides commit to growth and connection.
Ego defense mechanisms are unconscious or conscious strategies the mind uses to protect itself from emotional distress, inner conflict, or perceived threats. While they can be adaptive in short-term situations, over-reliance can distort reality, strain relationships, and limit personal growth. Understanding their meaning, neuroscience, and real-life examples allows individuals to recognize patterns and choose healthier coping strategies. Therapy helps in replacing rigid defenses with flexible, conscious responses that promote emotional resilience.
Emotional regulation is less about controlling emotions and more about channeling them into constructive expression. The shift from reacting to responding strengthens trust, improves understanding, and creates a more resilient bond.
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Digital dopamine screen zombies result from constant exposure to screen-based dopamine triggers. This leads to emotional fatigue, poor attention, and shallow engagement with real life.
Therapy addresses these patterns through cognitive and behavioral restructuring. Discover the root causes – and reclaim your attention. L@A
Even high achievers can silently suffer.
Success without emotional alignment leads to quiet unrest. Therapy helps uncover the inner dissonance behind perfection. It’s not burnout – it’s emotional disharmony.
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