Merriam-Webster defines betrayal as being “treacherously abandoned, deserted, or mistreated.” While there are different kinds of betrayals that lead to different emotional outcomes, often the betrayed is left in an overwhelming state of emotional distress due to the actions of a loved one. Disorienting shock waves can continue long after
The Inner World of a Compulsive Liar
The following is the second post in a series on pathological lying. In the first post, Notes from a Pathological Liar, we heard from Jay, a man in his forties who created a web of lies that ended up devastating his fiancee and their relationship. In this post, we’ll look
Notes from a Pathological Liar
According to Webster’s Dictionary, a lie is “an untrue statement with intent to deceive.” Obviously we all can relate to telling a lie. Whether it’s to make ourselves look better or cover up an embarrassing fact (or even to avoid hurting someone else’s feelings), I’d say with a high degree
Avoidant Attachment: Close, but Not Too Close
We all practice avoidance. Whether it’s keeping away from a person you don’t enjoy being around, avoiding certain foods for health reasons, or steering clear of a congested road during your commute, it’s not hard to argue the fact that avoidance is a smart option. Truly, avoidance can be an
Reflections on Depression
According to the World Health Organization, depression affects 264 million people worldwide. If you haven’t experienced it personally, you probably know someone who has. And yet, despite how pervasive it is, it is still widely minimized or misunderstood. Or perhaps it’s more accurate to say that people struggling with depression