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Ever wondered why people lie? The truth might surprise you!
Lying is something that most of us are very adept at. Some might lie with ease, in ways big and small, to strangers,friends, and loved...

Iulia Popescu Psychotherapy
Feb 5, 20251 min read


Anxiety-Where Does It Come From?
It’s 2 a.m., and you’re awake—palms sweaty, heart racing. You’re worried about your job, your aging parents, your health, and your...

Iulia Popescu Psychotherapy
Feb 3, 20251 min read


Feeling your feelings?
Feelings do not come out of the blue but are influenced by thoughts and perceptions. They arise from how you perceive or interpret events...

Iulia Popescu Psychotherapy
Jan 31, 20251 min read


Why Do You Suppress Your Feelings?
When feelings have been denied for a long time, they can dominate and feel overwhelming when they begin to surface. However, by...

Iulia Popescu Psychotherapy
Jan 29, 20251 min read


❌ Saying 'NO' isn't negative—it's necessary!
An important aspect of being assertive is your ability to say no to requests that you don’t want to meet. Saying no means that you set...

Iulia Popescu Psychotherapy
Jan 27, 20251 min read


Inner child exercises
After a tough day(week) at work, you catch a glance of yourself in the mirror and feel frustrated with your appearance. Instead of...

Iulia Popescu Psychotherapy
Jan 24, 20251 min read


Self-esteem and anxiety
When it's low, it creates a sense of emptiness that you may try to fill by clinging to external sources of temporary satisfaction. When...
Iulia Popescu IPT
Jan 22, 20251 min read


Causes of low self-esteem
Do these categories fit you? It can be hard to recall a blurry childhood, but remembering isn't about blaming your parents—they likely...

Iulia Popescu Psychotherapy
Jan 20, 20251 min read


Feeling overwhelmed by anxiety?
Imagine disconnecting from the noise, with limited internet, and fully immersing yourself in the beauty of nature. I did that during my...

Iulia Popescu Psychotherapy
Jan 17, 20251 min read


Does your anger ever feel like it’s growing, ready to explode?
What if I told you there are simple strategies to take control before it erupts? -Let Go of the Need to Always Be Nice: Allow yourself...

Iulia Popescu Psychotherapy
Jan 15, 20251 min read


Are you claiming what you truly deserve?
We often forget about it. As adults, we all have basic rights, but we often forget them or were never taught to believe in them....

Iulia Popescu Psychotherapy
Jan 13, 20251 min read


Scroll less and live more
For the past few days, I have noticed an overwhelming number of posts, wishes, and advice on how to take care of ourselves during this...

Iulia Popescu Psychotherapy
Dec 30, 20241 min read


Your brain can't tell the difference between what's real and what's imagined......
Imagine this.......A working mum or dad juggles a demanding job, taking care of the kids, and managing the household. One morning, they...

Iulia Popescu Psychotherapy
Dec 19, 20241 min read


Are you always busy?
Many people find themselves continually busy as a way to cope with stress or avoid confronting deeper emotional issues. For example,...

Iulia Popescu Psychotherapy
Dec 18, 20241 min read


Small victories in December
This message isn’t about this year’s big achievements, job promotions, or shiny Instagram photos.It ’s for you — the one who is quietly...

Iulia Popescu Psychotherapy
Dec 17, 20241 min read


It's Okay if December Feels Different for You
This post isn't about being joyful this month—it's about being honest. For some, December isn't the "most wonderful time of the year,"...

Iulia Popescu Psychotherapy
Dec 16, 20241 min read


Mistaken Beliefs
Ever wonder where mistaken beliefs about self-worth come from? Here are the key sources that shape our perception of value: -Cultural and...

Iulia Popescu Psychotherapy
Dec 13, 20241 min read


Emotional reasoning
Emotional reasoning is a cognitive distortion in which a person believes that their emotional reactions or feelings accurately reflect...

Iulia Popescu Psychotherapy
Dec 11, 20241 min read


"It's too difficult" Cognitive assumptions
When we suffer from anxiety, certain cognitive assumptions or distortions often underlie the anxious thoughts and feelings. These...

Iulia Popescu Psychotherapy
Dec 10, 20241 min read


"I should" always...
These SHOULD statements can fuel anxiety by creating pressure and unrealistic expectations. But what if you could replace them with...

Iulia Popescu Psychotherapy
Dec 9, 20241 min read
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