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When Saturn Retrogrades… So Does Your Inner Peace? Let’s talk. Not to the stars—with them. Welcome to a counselling space where we don’t just talk about your childhood wounds—we track when they were astrologically triggered. Where “you’re not yourself lately” could mean unresolved trauma…or North Node (Rahu’s) been partying with Moon in your 12th house.(Yes, both matter.)  What You Feel Isn’t Random. Your pain has patterns.Your anxiety has an archetype.Your relationships? They’re repeating for a reason. At my practice, we decode your psychological blueprint with a therapist’s insight and a cosmic lens. Because sometimes, the mind needs both: Freud & Jung Saturn & Mars So What Do We Work On? Inner child wounds + karmic cycles Relationship conflicts + synastry insights Grief, loss, identity crisis + your lunar story Self-worth issues + your natal Saturn placement Anxiety, career confusion, life purpose + your North Node We don’t just “cope” here.We understand why you are the way you are—and help you become who you were always meant to be. Who’s This For? You’re emotionally aware but feel stuck in repetitive loops Therapy helped, but something still feels… unseen You’re curious about astrology, but want it grounded in real healing You crave clarity—not just coping mechanisms  What You Can Expect  Deep psychological work Astro-informed emotional insights Reflection that aligns your inner world with your outer journey Your Mind Is A Galaxy. Let’s Map It. Book a session atwww.princedhawan.comor DM @everyday_psychologist Let’s heal what logic can’t name—and what the stars have been waiting for you to notice.

Swipes, Signs & Sanity: A Therapist’s Guide to Choosing Your Life Partner (Without Losing Your Mind) Let’s face it. Choosing a life partner today feels like scrolling through Netflix—so many options, but nothing quite feels right.And if you’re swiping left and right hoping for fate to take over… Well, fate could use some help. As a therapist, I often see the after-effects of poorly chosen partnerships—emotional burnout, identity loss, trauma loops, and chronic confusion.But I also witness the healing power of safe, kind, grounded love. So before you commit to a partner, here’s a therapist-approved checklist to help you pick someone you can not only love—but live with. Don’t just ask “Do I love them?” — Ask “Do I feel like myself around them?” Love can be intoxicating. But authenticity is oxygen.If you’re constantly editing yourself—shrinking your voice, filtering your feelings, or walking on eggshells—that’s not love, that’s a performance.  Green flag: You can say weird things, show your insecurities, cry ugly, and they still hold space for you. Choose emotional safety over emotional drama Yes, sparks are great. But stability is sexier than stress.You don’t need someone who makes your heart race in fear of losing them—you need someone who makes your nervous system exhale.  Green flag: You don’t have to guess where you stand. Red flag: You keep second-guessing their intentions. Compatibility isn’t just habits—it’s healing patterns A therapist would ask: Do they trigger your childhood wounds—or help you soothe them? Do they understand your attachment style—or make it worse? Sometimes, we confuse chemistry with trauma familiarity.If you keep picking people who feel “exciting” but chaotic—pause. That may be your trauma talking, not your heart. Shared values > Shared interests Yes, you both love Thai food and murder podcasts.Cute.But… What about your values on money, family, time, boundaries, ambition, mental health, healing, and growth?  Green flag: You can talk about the hard stuff—even if you disagree—and still feel connected. Pick the person who holds a mirror, not a mask A healthy partner reflects your best self back to you—while gently calling out your blind spots.They don’t manipulate.They don’t gaslight.They don’t make you question your reality. They help you grow, not shrink. Look beyond the resume. Ask: “Do they have emotional maturity?” Can they: Apologize without defensiveness? Regulate their emotions? Respect your boundaries, even when they’re disappointed? Because at the end of the day, it’s not their job title or travel stories that determine relationship quality—it’s their emotional intelligence.  Pick someone who chooses you daily, not just desires you occasionally Love isn’t just a feeling. It’s a choice.And the right partner doesn’t just make you feel special on your birthday or anniversary—they show up for the boring Tuesdays, the tired Fridays, and the difficult Decembers. Final Thoughts: Forget the idea of “finding the one.”Instead, ask yourself:Can we become the one for each other, together? You’re not looking for perfection.You’re looking for presence, partnership, and peace. And remember:If you’re still not sure about someone, ask yourself—“Does being with them feel like coming home—or like losing myself?” Choose wisely. Your future self will thank you.  P.S. Want help unpacking your patterns before you pick your partner? Therapy can be the best wingman you never knew you needed.    

💔 When Love Becomes a Battlefield: How Toxic Relationships Damage Mental Health — And How to Protect Yourself We often romanticize love as the grand savior — the thing that will heal our wounds and complete our story. But what if the very relationship you hoped would bring you peace… slowly starts tearing you apart? Toxic relationships aren’t always loud.They can begin with charm, passion, and promises. But over time, they chip away at your sense of self, distort your reality, and leave you questioning your worth. And the most dangerous part?You often don’t realize the damage until it feels too late.  The Invisible Wounds of Toxic Love Toxic relationships don’t always leave bruises you can see.But emotionally, they can cause: Chronic anxiety — the fear of upsetting the other person or triggering a reaction Low self-worth — constant criticism or gaslighting can make you doubt yourself Depression — isolation, emotional manipulation, or walking on eggshells takes a toll Trauma responses — freeze, fawn, or dissociation become everyday coping tools Loss of identity — you forget who you were before the relationship began It starts subtly — cancelling a plan, apologizing for things you didn’t do, making yourself smaller, quieter, more agreeable. Until one day you look in the mirror and barely recognize who you’ve become. Signs You Might Be in a Toxic Relationship You constantly feel emotionally drained Your needs are always sidelined You fear expressing your opinions You’re often blamed for things outside your control You feel isolated from friends or family You’re caught in a cycle of hope and hurt If these resonate with you — you are not weak. You are human.And you deserve better. Your Emotional Guards: Protecting Your Mind and Heart Here’s how you can start reclaiming your mental and emotional space: Name the Experience Awareness is power.Stop normalizing red flags. If you feel disrespected, unloved, or constantly on edge — don’t minimize it. Call it what it is. Set Emotional Boundaries Boundaries are not barriers. They are bridges to healthy connection.Define what is not okay with you — and honor it, even if others don’t. Stay Connected to Safe People Toxic relationships thrive in isolation.Reach out to friends, mentors, or a therapist. Let someone reflect your reality back to you. Affirm Your Worth — Daily Toxic love convinces you that you’re unlovable.Remind yourself: I am enough. I am worthy of respect. I am allowed to have needs.  Seek Professional Support You don’t have to carry this alone.Therapy can help you untangle confusion, break the trauma bond, and rebuild your sense of self. Make a Plan to Exit (If Needed) Sometimes healing requires distance.If the relationship continues to harm you despite your efforts, it may be time to walk away — not in weakness, but in self-preservation.  Healing Isn’t Easy — But It’s Possible Leaving or healing from a toxic relationship can feel terrifying.You may feel guilt, confusion, or deep sorrow.But on the other side of that fear is something extraordinary — freedom. You’ll begin to: Breathe without anxiety Speak without fear Laugh without shame Love yourself — truly  Final Thought: You Deserve More Than Survival — You Deserve Joy A toxic relationship doesn’t define you.It’s a chapter — not your entire story.And no matter how lost you feel right now, you have the right to rewrite your narrative. You were not born to be someone’s emotional punching bag.You were born to feel safe, loved, seen, and free. The first step?Believe that you’re worthy of better.The next?Don’t stop until you find it — or build it.

Therapy – Speak Awareness: Trendy Terms vs True Healing In today’s fast-scrolling world, therapy has gone mainstream — and that’s a beautiful thing. We’re no longer whispering about trauma, anxiety, or depression in hushed tones. Mental health is finally being seen as vital as physical health. But with this welcome spotlight comes a quiet risk — the dilution of depth. Suddenly, therapy terms are everywhere. You see them in reels, tweets, merchandise, and pop culture soundbites. Words like gaslighting, boundaries, narcissist, trauma, and inner child are now tossed around casually in conversations, often without context or clarity. But here’s the question we need to ask ourselves:Are we healing, or just talking about healing? The Rise of Therapy-Speak Social media has democratized psychological knowledge — making complex concepts accessible and relatable. A short video can explain what emotional neglect is. A carousel post can help someone identify toxic patterns. That’s the good part. But therapy-speak becomes problematic when: It oversimplifies deeply nuanced experiences It creates a false sense of self-awareness Or worse, it becomes a shield — using labels to avoid accountability or deeper work “Cut them off, they’re toxic.” “She’s a narcissist, don’t even engage.” “I need to protect my peace.” While these phrases can sometimes be valid, they can also be shortcuts that block true connection and growth. Therapy Is Not a Trend — It’s a Commitment Healing isn’t always neat or Instagrammable.It’s not about mastering the jargon — it’s about facing the uncomfortable truths beneath our patterns. Real therapy is: Sitting with your discomfort instead of escaping it Relearning how to feel, listen, and respond — not react Owning your part in the chaos, even when it’s painful Rewiring beliefs that no longer serve you Learning not just to set boundaries, but to maintain them with empathy It’s messy. It’s layered. It’s slow. But it’s real. The Danger of Diagnosing and Dismissing We’re seeing a rising trend of people self-diagnosing or labelling others without full understanding. Calling someone a “narcissist” because they hurt us might feel empowering in the moment — but it can also limit our ability to see the full picture. True healing asks:➡ Why did I tolerate this behaviour for so long?➡ What part of me needed validation from someone emotionally unavailable?➡ How do I build boundaries without bitterness? These are the questions that don’t fit into a single quote or reel — but they’re the ones that bring lasting transformation. So, What Can We Do Instead?🟡 Stay curious, not conclusive.Not every difficult person is a narcissist. Not every disagreement is gaslighting. Understanding context is key. 🟡 Be honest with yourself.Are you using therapy-speak to grow or to defend? Self-awareness is only powerful when paired with self-responsibility. 🟡 Don’t substitute insight for action.Reading, watching, and discussing are helpful — but real change happens in the doing. In the practice. In therapy sessions that feel hard but necessary. 🟡 Work with a professional.Every journey is unique. A trained therapist can help you unpack layers that a meme or video can’t. Final Thoughts: From Language to Liberation Words have power — but they must be used with wisdom. Let’s not turn healing into a hashtag. Let’s not confuse knowing the words for living the work. Therapy is not a trend to follow; it’s a path to walk — with courage, commitment, and compassion. If you’ve been feeling stuck between the language of healing and the experience of healing, maybe it’s time to shift gears. Not just talk. Do the work. 📍 To explore therapy in a space that blends modern psychology with timeless wisdom, visit www.princedhawan.com📩 For insights, tools, and real conversations, follow @everyday_psychologist