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Child and Parenting Counsellor - Answered on Jul 13, 2024

Aruna Agarwal is a qualified child psychologist and behaviour therapist with over 20 years of experience.
She has a master’s degree in psychology with a specialisation in behaviour analysis. She focuses on children between the ages of 2-10 years who face challenges related to behaviour, language development or attention issues and providing them with the right life skills.
Agarwal is the owner of Kidzee, a pre-primary school, and Mount Litera Zee School that caters to primary students.... more
Asked by Anonymous - Jul 13, 2024Hindi
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I don't fee normal, I don't live my life to the fullest; actually I feel like I am just living half of my life i.e. I am not the same person on all days I mood swings repeatedly. One day i am someone & another day a completely other person& it happens regularly I can't stop it.

Ans: Start living in the present moment, use mindfulness meditation and yoga to do that. If you are getting carried away with your thoughts, this is what you can feel.
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Break this mould that you are in please. You already have by sharing here on this platform. So that’s a courageous step towards a better life.

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Financial security can play a significant role in mitigating these anxieties. Ensuring that you have a solid emergency fund, sufficient insurance coverage, and a well-thought-out financial plan for the future can provide a sense of security. Given that you've already cleared your debts and are saving for your daughter's future, you're on the right track. Consider consulting a financial advisor to further solidify your financial plans.

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