Clear Haven Therapy

Why Am I Getting Angry Over Little Things?

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Why do I get so angry?

Humans naturally experience anger as a reaction to perceived threats, injustices, or irritations. In the face of anger, our bodies activate the fight or flight response, and a surge of stress hormones such as adrenaline and cortisol are released from the adrenal glands and flood through our bodies.

Why Can Relationships Feel So Intense?

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Have you ever wondered why relationships can feel so intense? Maybe their text felt a little shorter than usual. Maybe they took longer to reply. Perhaps they seemed quieter when you spoke to them. Or perhaps nothing really happened at all. Yet somehow your mind keeps returning to it. You replay the conversation while making […]

When Good Intentions Become Pressure

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When good intentions become pressure, it can feel exhausting before any real change has even begun. Have you ever had one of those moments where you decide you’re going to get your life together? It often starts with one thing. Maybe you’re feeling tired all the time, stressed, behind on everything, or simply fed up […]

Overthinking When Life Slows Down: Why Does the Mind Speed Up?

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Overthinking when life slows down is more common than you’d think. You finally get a moment to breathe. The busy period eases. The deadline passes. The children are asleep. The house is quiet. And instead of feeling calm, your mind feels busier. Thoughts start looping. Old conversations replay. Worries show up without warning. Questions that […]

Why Do I Keep Replaying Embarrassing Moments?

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Shame can be a complex emotion to manage, as it is an intense and pervasive emotion that can make people feel fundamentally flawed. When people feel shame, they may believe they are inadequate, unworthy, or not good enough.