Articles

Short, honest reads on mental health from the R4 Therapy team. For tools and printables, visit Self-Care.

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AnxietyWhy your brain keeps replaying the same worries

The worry loop isn't a flaw. It's your brain trying to protect you. Here's what is actually happening, and how to gently interrupt it.

5 min read
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SleepThe sleep-mood connection most people overlook

Poor sleep doesn't just make you tired. It changes how you process emotions, handle stress, and see yourself. Here's the link.

4 min read
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BurnoutHow to tell the difference between tired and burnt out

Tiredness goes away with rest. Burnout doesn't. Knowing the difference is the first step to actually recovering.

6 min read
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RelationshipsWhat anxious attachment actually feels like from the inside

It's not just being clingy. It's a constant low hum of fear that the people you love will leave. Here's what it looks like, and how it can change.

7 min read
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Self-esteemThe inner critic: where it comes from and how to quiet it

That voice that says you're not good enough didn't appear out of nowhere. Understanding its origin is the first step to changing it.

5 min read
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GriefGrief doesn't follow a timeline, and that's okay

There's no right way to grieve and no deadline to feel better. Here's what actually helps when you're in the middle of it.

4 min read