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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
2 days ago3 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
7 days ago4 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


The Digital Labyrinth of Love: Why Finding a Serious Relationship on Dating Apps Has Become So Difficult
Have you ever found yourself endlessly swiping through dating app profiles, feeling a mix of hope and frustration? In a world...
Michelle Martins de Oliveira
Sep 94 min read


The Silent Void: When Life Rushes Forward, But the Soul Stands Still
Have you ever felt like an observer of your own life, watching the days slip away in a frantic rhythm, while inside, a sensation of...
Michelle Martins de Oliveira
Sep 44 min read


Loving the Person or Their Potential? The Risks of Clinging to an Idealized Version of the Other
Have you ever fallen in love with the idea of someone—the person you believe they could become, rather than who they actually are? This...
Michelle Martins de Oliveira
Sep 25 min read


Don’t Waste Another Second: How Commitment to Your Own Word Can Transform Self-Esteem
The invisible weight of procrastination How many times have you told yourself: “I’ll start tomorrow” ?Maybe it was the diet you wanted to...
Michelle Martins de Oliveira
Aug 283 min read


Between the Mirror and the Inner Voice: How to Restore Your Self-Esteem Beyond Others’ Opinions
When the external gaze becomes the mirror of the soul From an early age, we are taught to measure our worth through the eyes of others. A...
Michelle Martins de Oliveira
Aug 263 min read


The Algorithm of Loneliness: How Digital Connection Can Deepen Real Isolation
We live in an era of hyperconnectivity. Our smartphones have become extensions of our hands, and social media promises to keep us one...
Michelle Martins de Oliveira
Aug 216 min read


When No One Understands: The Pain of Having Your Feelings Invalidated in Expat Life
Arriving in a new country is, for many, the realization of a dream. An adventure full of promises, new cultures, stunning landscapes, and...
Michelle Martins de Oliveira
Aug 195 min read


The Silence That Screams: Coping with Emotional Invalidation in Relationships
Few experiences within a relationship are as corrosive — and yet so silent — as emotional invalidation. It’s an invisible pain: you...
Michelle Martins de Oliveira
Aug 123 min read


How to Communicate and Set Boundaries with My Partner?
The Invisible Foundation of a Healthy Relationship In any relationship—romantic, family, or friendship—communication is the backbone. But...
Michelle Martins de Oliveira
Aug 84 min read


How to Communicate Without Conflict? Learn the Basics of Nonviolent Communication
The Art of Connecting, Not Confronting How often do we find ourselves in endless arguments, where words, instead of bringing us closer,...
Michelle Martins de Oliveira
Aug 65 min read


Is It Normal to Think About Other Things During Sex?
The Wandering Mind in the Bedroom In the silence of intimacy, when bodies entwine and passion should be the only melody, a subtle yet...
Michelle Martins de Oliveira
Aug 14 min read


“You’re All I Have Here”: The Invisible Burden in Multicultural Couples
The Paradise and the Challenge of Expat Life as a Couple Moving to a new country is, for many, the realization of a dream. A shared...
Michelle Martins de Oliveira
Jul 295 min read


Longing for Spontaneous Connections: Why Making Friends After 30 Seems Impossible
The Echo of Youth and the Silence of Adulthood There's a nostalgic melody that echoes in the minds of many of us as adulthood sets in,...
Michelle Martins de Oliveira
Jul 244 min read


Longing for Your Former Self: Grieving Past Versions
The Dance of Life's Phases Life is a river in constant motion, and we, its navigators, are always in transition. Each phase invites us to...
Michelle Martins de Oliveira
Jul 224 min read


The Well-Being of Expatriate Educators: Strategies for International Schools to Support Their Teachers
Beyond the Classroom – The Expatriate Educator When we think about international schools, the image that often comes to mind is one of a...
Michelle Martins de Oliveira
Jul 105 min read


The World in a Backpack: How Expat Children and Youth Navigate Adaptation and Emotional Health
The Adventure and Its Hidden Challenges Moving to another country is one of the greatest adventures a family can experience. It promises...
Michelle Martins de Oliveira
Jul 85 min read
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