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Why Are So Many Adults Emotionally Unavailable?
In many friendships, family relationships and especially romantic partnerships, one complaint appears frequently. The feeling that the other person is not truly present, that they avoid deep conversations or distance themselves from more intimate connections. The expression "emotionally unavailable" has become common, but few people understand what it truly means or why so many adults fit this pattern. Emotional unavailability is not about lack of interest or coldness. It is
Michelle Martins de Oliveira
3 days ago3 min read


When the heart tries to begin again: the emotional challenges single mothers face when seeking new relationships
Rebuilding a romantic life after becoming a single mother is a complex process. Many women feel divided between the desire to create a new emotional bond and the invisible weight of responsibilities, expectations and the emotional wounds accumulated along the way. This is a common theme in clinical practice, especially among women who feel ready to love again but carry deep fears related to trust, acceptance and belonging. Single motherhood does not arise only from a family c
Michelle Martins de Oliveira
Nov 204 min read


Nutrition and Mental Health: why conscious eating habits strengthen emotional well-being
The relationship between nutrition and mental health has been increasingly recognized in both scientific literature and clinical practice. Although many people still associate nutrition only with the physical body, research in nutritional psychiatry shows that what we eat, how we eat and the social context around food can directly affect our emotions, vitality and ability to cope with daily stress. Eating is one of the most basic human experiences, yet also one of the most po
Michelle Martins de Oliveira
Nov 184 min read


Between Two Homes and One Heart: The Emotional Challenges of Raising Children After Separation
Separating is a human act. But raising a child after a separation is an act of courage.It demands maturity, empathy and a kind of love that is no longer romantic, yet remains responsible and protective. It is the love that persists through the commitment to offering stability to the one who needs it the most: the child. In today’s world, where family models have become increasingly diverse, separation is no longer seen as a failure, but as a new possible configuration. This
Michelle Martins de Oliveira
Nov 134 min read


The Invisible Weight: When Emotional Exhaustion at Work Takes Over Your Life
The body shows up, but the soul stays behind.How many times have you started your day already drained, your mind racing, your chest tight before even opening your laptop? What once felt like “just work” has slowly become a constant source of anxiety, irritation, and fatigue.This is the silent reality of emotional exhaustion at work , one of the leading causes of psychological suffering today. The tricky part is that it often hides in plain sight.It wears the mask of product
Michelle Martins de Oliveira
Nov 113 min read


Between Fear and Stagnation: When Work Stops Making Sense
Have you ever woken up already exhausted before the day even begins?The alarm rings, your body gets up, but your mind stays behind. The job that once gave you pride and purpose now feels like an obligation that drains your energy and gives back very little in return. For many people, this is the silent breaking point—when work stops being only about what you do and starts being about what you feel (or stopped feeling).And that’s when the difficult questions start to appear: “
Michelle Martins de Oliveira
Nov 64 min read


Does the Fear of Betrayal Affect Your Relationship?
Insecurity, jealousy, and the challenge of trust Few emotions are as human—and as destructive—as the fear of betrayal. It quietly eats away at intimacy, infiltrates daily life, and turns love, which should be a refuge, into a field of constant vigilance. The fear of betrayal in relationships is born from insecurity, and when it goes unrecognized, it can evolve into control, mistrust, and even abusive behaviors that hurt both those who feel it and those who endure it. Where F
Michelle Martins de Oliveira
Nov 43 min read


Starting Over: The Psychological Power of New Beginnings
The Importance of Endings and Life Cycles There are moments in life when the heart carries the weight of a story that should have already ended. We often cling to situations, relationships, or versions of ourselves that no longer make sense, as if letting go meant failure. Yet few realize that ending something is also an act of courage. It is the moment when fear meets freedom, and for the first time, we can choose to move forward. Starting over does not mean erasing the past
Michelle Martins de Oliveira
Oct 293 min read


I’m Still Hurting While He’s Moved On: How to Accept the End and Rebuild Yourself After Rejection
The end of a relationship never hurts the same way for both sides.And one of the hardest pains to bear is this one: watching someone you love move on with their life as if nothing happened, while you struggle just to get through the day. Your mind can’t understand how someone who shared dreams, plans, and intimacy can suddenly seem so distant. It feels like your story ended in different chapters. You’re still in the middle of the plot, while they’ve already started a new book
Michelle Martins de Oliveira
Oct 243 min read


Rules My Partner and I Follow When We Travel Together
Traveling with someone you love can be magical — or a true test of patience.Different rhythms, unexpected delays, and tiredness can turn even the dreamiest trip into a battlefield if there’s no harmony. That’s why, after a few adventures (and some mild chaos), we created our own “travel survival rules.” They’re simple, but they make all the difference for peace and connection on the road. 1. There’s No Such Thing as “Whose Fault Is It” If something goes wrong, there’s no gui
Michelle Martins de Oliveira
Oct 212 min read


The Rush to Be Happy: How the Culture of Immediacy Affects Mental Health
We live in an era where everything is urgent — messages need instant replies, goals must be achieved yesterday, and happiness feels like something we can buy in 10 installments or find in a motivational reel. This constant pursuit of “feeling good right now” has turned into an invisible trap. The more we chase happiness, the faster it seems to slip through our fingers. And yet, we keep running — as if standing still meant failing at life. The Culture of Now and the Myth of C
Michelle Martins de Oliveira
Oct 173 min read


He’s Not Your Soulmate: How Emotional Dependency Shapes Love and Connection
Have you ever caught yourself believing that your partner will fill every gap in your life, heal your insecurities, or make everything finally make sense? Have you thought, “If they just changed a little, things would be perfect”? This is the trap of idealization. We turn someone into the cure for our pain when, in reality, they’re just another human being with bad moods, bills to pay, and limits of their own. When we expect a partner to complete us, we enter the cycle of emo
Michelle Martins de Oliveira
Oct 143 min read


When Desire Fades: Understanding Libido in Modern Life
Have you ever wondered if your libido left without a warning? Or if it simply decided to take a vacation and never came back? The truth...
Michelle Martins de Oliveira
Oct 93 min read


The Fear of Self-Knowledge: Why We Resist Looking Within
How many times have you said “I’m fine” while thinking “I’m falling apart”?We live in an era where mental health is talked about...
Michelle Martins de Oliveira
Oct 72 min read


New Forms of Relationships and Sexuality: The Rise of Polyamory, Casual Sex and Open Relationships
The way people experience love, intimacy and sexuality is changing rapidly. Social media, dating apps and new cultural conversations have...
Michelle Martins de Oliveira
Oct 13 min read


When Desire Doesn’t Align: Facing Sexual Mismatch in Relationships
Breaking the Silence Many couples secretly live with the frustration of sexual mismatch. For some, desire seems overwhelming; for others,...
Michelle Martins de Oliveira
Sep 253 min read


When the Body Hurts: The Psychological Impact of Chronic Pain and the Human Power of Overcoming
Have you ever imagined living a single day in constant pain? Now imagine living like this every day, with no pause and no certainty of...
Michelle Martins de Oliveira
Sep 233 min read


My Home Turned into an Office: The Psychological Challenges of Remote Work
The pandemic transformed the world of work in unimaginable ways, cementing remote and hybrid models as a reality for millions. The...
Michelle Martins de Oliveira
Sep 184 min read


Therapy in the Age of Artificial Intelligence: Convenience or Illusion?
In a world where technology advances at an unprecedented pace, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has infiltrated countless areas of our...
Michelle Martins de Oliveira
Sep 164 min read


Body in Motion, Mind in Balance: The Key to Emotional Health
In a world that constantly demands productivity and resilience, the pursuit of well-being goes far beyond the absence of illness....
Michelle Martins de Oliveira
Sep 114 min read
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