Mark Hipster
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Lifestyle speaker Mark Hipster, 40, based in Saudi Arabia, sharing powerful insights on growth, balance, and modern living to inspire positive change.
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How Relationships Are Affected by Technology and Social Media
Technology has revolutionized the commencement of relationships. Social sites, apps, and instant messaging have simplified the process of getting acquainted with others and they are now accessible and quicker than ever before. Relationships that previously relied on the aspect of co-existing physical spaces are now starting with the use of screens. Such a change has widened the distance to reach and thus, individuals can now connect with people whom they could not meet, in their ordinary lives. Technology has done away with geographical boundaries, it has brought convenience in the initial phases of relationships.
By Mark Hipster19 days ago in Confessions
Relationships That Feel Secure, Supportive, and Real
Secure relationships are constructed on emotional stability as opposed to regular excitement. The feeling of knowing the position you are with a person and the assurance that the relationship will not break at stressful times or moments of disagreement provides security. With partners not always wondering why you are doing what you are doing, they feel safe and do not go in pursuit. This feeling of security enables the two individuals to emotionally rest, as well as be themselves without any fear of rejection or desertion.
By Mark Hipster19 days ago in Filthy
Why Relationships Require Effort, Not Perfection
When most individuals get into relationships, they have the belief that everlasting love is found by finding the right partner or having a perfect relationship. This notion is usually supported by social media, movies, and dating culture, as they tend to showcase only the most joyful things. As a matter of fact, perfection is not realistic and sustainable. Perfect people do not make relationships, but imperfect people with various histories, habits and needs in emotions. Holding perfection is too much pressure on the partners and brings disappointments when unavoidable difficulties occur.
By Mark Hipster19 days ago in Confessions
The Importance Of Boundaries In Relationships For Mental Health Stability
Boundaries refer to the emotional, physical and psychological boundaries that people establish in order to secure their wellbeing in relationships. They determine what is considered to be safe, acceptable and respectful allowing individuals to interact with others without losing their self-identity. Nice boundaries assist in the clarification of needs, expectations and responsibilities thereby eliminating confusion and emotional distress. Boundaries do not prove to be hindrances in relationships but merely a guideline that helps foster respect and emotional stability in relationships.
By Mark Hipster24 days ago in Humans
How Unresolved Relationship Conflicts Damage Mental Health Over Time Severely
Unresolved relationship conflict is where the disagreements, emotional injuries or unmet needs are either not addressed constructively or they the relationship conflict is ignored, avoided or constantly put off. These matters that have not been resolved do not fade away but they only remain submerged and affect feelings and relations. In the long-term, the presence of unresolved conflict causes emotional tension which interferes with the level of trust, communication, and intimacy. What might have started as minor conflicts might slowly build up to consistent emotional tension.
By Mark Hipster24 days ago in Humans
Why Feeling Connected In Relationships Improves Mental Health And Happiness
Relationship connectedness refers to not only being emotionally close, understanding, and feeling a sense of belonging to others. This relationship enables people to feel visible, listen to them, and appreciate them. Shared experiences and empathy, trust, and continual communication create emotional attachment. Relationships bring comfort instead of stress when individuals feel connected and this gives them emotional stability in their day to day lives.
By Mark Hipster24 days ago in Confessions
Strengthening Mental Health Through Secure Attachment And Relationships Over Time
The secure attachment is formed when people feel safe through being emotionally responsive, trusting, and caring relationships in their relationships. The style of attachment leads to emotional safety and therefore, individuals feel safe in closeness, but remain independent. In safe relationships, a person is of the opinion that he or she deserves to love and that other people can be trusted. This religious system promotes the wellbeing of the mind by eliminating anxiety and fear of desertion.
By Mark Hipster24 days ago in Humans
How Emotional Availability In Relationships Supports Mental Health For Partners
Emotional availability is a human capability to be present, responsive, and open to the emotional requirements of a partner. It entails being an empathetic listener who speaks the truth, and can give constant emotional support. Emotional availability in relationships brings about a feeling of belonging and security where the partners involved feel that they are appreciated and heard. Such presence of emotions enhances relationships and promotes free communication, something that is crucial in sustaining psychological health.
By Mark Hipster24 days ago in Humans
Addressing Mental Health Needs While Maintaining Balanced Relationships With Care
A balanced relationship is not possible without conscious action in meeting the mental health needs. The level of emotional wellbeing is closely linked to the quality of relationships and it is because a supportive relationship offers the stability and resilience. Nevertheless, the disregard of personal mental well-being to achieve relational harmony may generate burnout, resentment or depletion of emotions. Balancing is a process that concerns the consideration of personal needs and development of mutual understanding and respect.
By Mark Hipster25 days ago in Confessions
How Relationship Expectations Shape Mental Health And Emotional Satisfaction Levels
Relationship expectations are the beliefs and assumptions people have concerning the way their companions would act, communicate and assist them. These anticipations affect the emotional experience, interaction, and general satisfaction in the relations. Realistic and matched expectations are ones that breed understanding, trust and fulfillment. On the other hand, unrealistic or undisclosed expectations may cause disappointment, frustration and tension in relationships. Being aware of expectations and clarifying the expectations is important in avoiding stress that can be caused by emotions and to ensure mental health.
By Mark Hipster25 days ago in Humans
Why Healthy Relationships Are Essential For Mental Health And Resilience
Healthy relationships offer an emotional support that is very important in the mental health. Feeling unheard, unaccepted or undervalued by their partners, friends, or relatives, the individuals feel a sense of safety, which helps them to cope with the difficulties in life more confidently. Emotional support protects against stress, decreases loneliness, and improves the general psychological wellbeing.
By Mark Hipster25 days ago in Humans
The Effects Of Emotional Dependency On Mental Health And Relationships
Emotional dependency is a phenomenon where the person becomes too dependent on the partner or the loved one to provide emotional support, validation and feelings of self worth. Although support is a normal thing in a relationship, overdependence might destroy independence and introduce imbalance. Emotionally dependent individuals may have difficulty in controlling emotions or making decisions on their own, instead depending on others to control the emotions. This dependency may eventually develop anxiety, feelings of insecurity and lack of personal identity, both psychologically and relationally.
By Mark Hipster25 days ago in Confessions
