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✨ Want to glow up in 2025? ✨Watch the video where a therapist Dr. Ana Yudin shares practical tips on how to renew yourself in coming year. If you're looking to make positive changes and set the right intentions for 2025, this video is a must-watch. It’s been a while since my last post, but I’m thrilled to be back with fresh content for you. Time to enrich your language ‼️ Here’s a breakdown of key words from the video:✨ do some soul-searching = заниматься самоанализом✨ renew yourself in the coming year = обновить себя в наступающем году✨at the turning of the year = в преддверии нового года✨it didn't pan out = не сложилось✨shoot for the stars = ставить высокие цели✨aversion to sth = отвращение, антипатия✨set myself up for success = настроить себя на успех ✨make it a part of your identity = сделать это частью своей личности✨health-conscious person = следящий за здоровьем человек✨hype myself up = поднять себе настроение ✨bawl my eyes out = плакать навзрыд✨make room for sth = освободить место для чего-то✨shed what no longer serves you = избавиться от того, что больше не приносит пользы✨I was at a loss = я был в замешательстве✨clutter up your space = захламлять пространство✨do an inventory of your life = провести инвентаризацию жизни

9 signs someone has an attitude problem*have an attitude problem - иметь вызывающее поведениеSome people are more pleasant to deal with than others. Maybe they’re just having a bad day, or you brought up a subject they really don’t want to discuss right now. But in other cases you’re dealing with somebody who has a bona fide (real, true) attitude problem. Here’s how to spot (выявить) such people. 1) They undermine (подрывать) everything you say. If you say a restaurant is good, they downplay (преуменьшать, принижать) it. No matter what you say, they always have to outdo (перещеголять, превосходить) you.2) They take credit for your work (присваивают себе ваши заслуги). They always need to be in the spotlight (быть в центре внимания), even if it means taking credit for someone else's work. 3) They take advantage of you (используют вас в своих целях). 4) They gossip behind your back (сплетничать у вас за спиной).They may put on a smile when they see you, but be cautious of what’s going on behind the scenes ("за кулисами"). 5) They poke fun at you (насмехаются над вами).Yes, humor is one of the best ways to lighten the atmosphere (разрядить обстановку), but humor should never come at the expense of someone's self-esteem or dignity (достоинство).6) They act superior to you (вести себя выше вас), flaunting (выставлять напоказ, щеголять) their wealth, looks, status. 7) They give you the side-eye (смотрят на тебя косо).8) They make you feel inferior (чувствовать себя неполноценным)Commenting that you’re not good enough, you’re trash, you’ll never amount to anything (ты никогда ничего не добьешься). 9) They play the victim (изображать из себя жертву) to control you. They'll guilt-trip you (заставлять вас чувствовать себя виноватыми) if you refuse to lend them money.

✨ Wishful thinking✨ Do you ever find yourself daydreaming about a desired outcome, despite the evidence suggesting otherwise? This is known as wishful thinking. It's based on the idea that positive thinking can lead to positive outcomes, and that by simply believing in something strongly enough, we can make it happen.Examples: 🟡Despite the slim chances of winning the lottery, some people continue to purchase tickets in the hope of (в надежде на) a life-changing jackpot.🟡Some people may envision (рисовать в своем воображении) meeting their kindred spirit (родственная душа), believing that fate will bring them together. This optimistic outlook often persists (сохраняется) despite past relationship disappointments.🟡People facing health challenges may believe in miracle cures (панацея), hoping for a miraculous recovery despite medical evidence indicating otherwise (указывающий на обратное).🟡Dreaming of landing a dream job (найти работу мечты). Despite the competitive job market or lack of qualifications, people may cling to (цепляться за) the hope of realizing their career aspirations.🟡Looking for quick-fix solutions and hoping for rapid results without making any changes.

✨ Have you ever wished upon a shooting star (загадать желание на падающую звезду) or crossed your fingers for good luck? That's magical thinking at work! Magical thinking is pretty common in children. It can persist into adulthood (сохраняется в зрелом возрасте), too. You’ve probably come to terms with (смириться с, принять) the fact that monsters don’t live under the bed, but you might still check just in case. Or maybe you have a lucky outfit you wear when you’re hoping things go your way (все пойдет по-вашему).Let's expand vocabulary to describe magical thinking:✨ Knocking on wood to avoid jinxing (сглазить) and prevent misfortune (предотвратить беду)✨ Tossing a coin into a wishing well (бросить монету в колодец желаний) and making a wish✨ Carrying a lucky charm (счастливый талисман), such as a horseshoe (подкова), a lucky penny (монетка, которую носят на счастье) to attract good fortune and ward off negativity (отгонять негатив)✨ Hanging a dream catcher (ловец снов) above your bed to trap bad dreams and let only good dreams pass through✨ Blowing out birthday candles (задувать свечи на др)✨ Collecting special stones or crystals believed to possess magical properties (обладать магическими свойствами)✨ Participating in rituals or ceremonies believed to have magical significance, such as lighting candles (зажечь свечи), burning incense (сжигать благовония), or casting spells (произносить заклинания) under the light of the moon✨ Arranging furniture and decor in accordance with feng shui principles (в соответствии с принципами фэн-шуй) to promote harmony and positive energy

➡️ Pathologizing refers to the tendency to interpret certain behaviors, traits, or experiences as signs of illness or pathology, even when they may fall within the range of normal human variation. ➡️ A common example of pathologizing is when individuals experience feelings of sadness or anxiety and immediately assume they have a mental disorder, such as depression or anxiety. While these emotions can be distressing, they are also normal human experiences that may arise in response to various life circumstances.➡️ Similarly, certain personality traits or characteristics may be pathologized when they deviate from societal norms (отклоняться от норм общества) or expectations. For instance, introversion might be viewed as a sign of social anxiety.

✨ The Interview with KEIRA KNIGHTLEYKeira Knightley reflects on her early fame and the challenges she faced as a celebrity. Despite the challenges, she remained steadfast (сохранять стойкость) and resilient. 💪Vocab:✨ it was a tricky time = нелегкое было время✨ it was amplified = трудности, с которыми она сталкивалась, были усилены или стали более заметными из-за её известности ✨ touch wood! = тьфу-тьфу-тьфу, чтоб не сглазить✨ in every way = во всех отношениях✨ despise you for it = презирать тебя за это✨ I would say without a shadow of a doubt that ... = Я бы без тени сомнения сказала, что ...✨ feel insecure = чувствовать себя неуверенно✨ I’ve got a handle on it = я знаю, как с этим справиться✨ I was just being facetious = я просто пошутила

💪 Mental health and resilience - the secrets of inner strengthStress and crises are part of life. Nevertheless, many people stay mentally healthy. The question is how? Why do some people remain mentally healthy despite severe stress, while others become ill under the same stress? What do those with resilience do differently? What makes some people particularly resilient? Сan we influence how resilient we are? 🎙 You'll find the answers to these questions in the podcast!

Understanding Distress Intolerance. Part 1.[Distress intolerance is a perceived inability to fully experience unpleasant, aversive or uncomfortable emotions, and is accompanied by a desperate need to escape the uncomfortable emotions.]

Do you ever find yourself stuck in a cycle of problems that seem to linger (затянуться) no matter how much support you receive? You're not alone. Sometimes, the root cause of these persistent issues (хронические проблемы) lies in something called a secondary gain (вторичная выгода).What exactly is a secondary gain (вторичная выгода)? It's a concept that suggests we might unknowingly (неосознанно) derive some benefit from (извлекать выгоду из) our problems, which inadvertently reinforces (подкреплять) them and makes it harder to break free (освободиться). Let's delve into some real-life examples to shed light on (пролить свет на) this phenomenon:➡️ Joanne’s husband won’t leave her while she’s depressed or suicidal. Staying depressed/suicidal is reinforced.➡️ Micah's disruptive behavior (деструктивное поведение) leads to social withdrawal (социальное отчуждение), leaving him feeling like an outcast (изгой). However, his behavior also serves as a defense mechanism (защитный механизм), preventing people from getting too close. While Micah may crave (жаждать) connection, his fear of intimacy (страх перед близостью) reinforces his pattern of isolation, creating a vicious cycle (замкнутый круг).➡️ Nicole grapples with (борется с) social anxiety, but since learning more about her condition, she feels understood. Embracing her anxiety as part of her identity provides her with a sense of belonging within a community of individuals facing similar challenges. Having social anxiety is reinforced by feeling understood.➡️ Hallie keeps putting off her life (like, dating) until she loses weight. If dating is anxiety-provoking (вызывающий тревогу), then not losing weight is reinforced.It's important to recognize that secondary gain isn't something to be ashamed of. Rather, it's a trap that many of us fall into (попадают в ловушку) due to our subconscious behavioral mechanisms.

🎙 PODCASTSThe Psychologist breaks down how schemas can help you understand how you view the world.Both of these podcasts are packed with juicy vocab. Leave 20 ❤️ reactions if you want me to post it!

Are you curious about the beliefs that have been silently guiding your life since early childhood? Let's explore your Early Maladaptive Schemas! Just set aside 15-30 minutes of your time, find a quiet place and click the link to take a test.