Psychology as an act of meaning-making
Acts of Meaning: How Stories Shape Our Minds
Acts of Meaning: How Stories Shape Our Minds
Is anxiety overwhelming you? In this article, we explore a different way of understanding it: not as an illness, but as a signal that deserves to be heard. A human and clinical perspective that invites you to reconnect with yourself and with what truly matters.
The current culture of maximizing performance and productivity has permeated not only the workplace but also personal life, generating high levels of anxiety and emotional distress. This constant pressure causes physical and psychological symptoms, such as tension, insomnia, and overthinking, as well as a chronic feeling of inadequacy fueled by social media and idealized models of success. Self-imposed demands lead to behaviors like perfectionism and overwork, which ultimately result in burnout or even emotional crises. The solution requires both individual and systemic strategies, including in-depth therapy that challenges self-imposed beliefs and allows for the development of a healthier relationship with performance, moving away from simplistic positive psychology discourses that can reinforce guilt and excessive demands.
Our relationship with our parents is fundamental in the formation of our identity and emotional well-being. However, for some individuals, the perception that their parents did not love them enough can leave deep emotional scars. Working in therapy to address this feeling can be a crucial step toward healing and personal growth. Recognizing the Pain…