Resources

Creating Balance

As a way to provide additional support, below you can find some additional resources. I will continue to add to this page in hopes of trying to provide additional resources and education. If you have any recommendations that you do not see on this page, please send me a message- lets continue to find ways to support each other and expand on our resources!

In addition, building a community is one of the most important ways to support ourselves on our journey. If you are in The Hague (or surrounding areas) and would like to join AMP Community- fellow expats and locals supporting each other and having fun, you can find more information about it here https://wassenaartimes.nl/wellness/f/finding-your-community

Circle of Control

by Amanda Mauro | 05/02/2026 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments

A simple tool to help teens (and parents) manage stress Being a teenager today can feel overwhelming. School pressure, friendships, social media, world events, family expectations—so many things compete for attention and emotional energy. When stress piles up, it’s...

by Amanda Mauro | 04/12/2025 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Winter Care: A Traditional Chinese Medicine Guide for Mind & Body Amanda Mauro, MA As the days grow shorter and temperatures drop, winter invites us to slow down, turn inward, and restore. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), this season aligns with deep...

11 Signs of Gaslighting

by Amanda Mauro | 22/10/2025 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Gaslighting is one form of emotional manipulation — one that can leave you doubting your own thoughts, feelings, and memories. Whether it happens in a romantic relationship, friendship, or workplace, recognizing the signs is the first step toward regaining control and...

Gifted Child Burnout

by Amanda Mauro | 30/09/2025 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Giftedness often comes with high potential, creativity, and advanced learning abilities—but it can also bring unique challenges. One of the lesser-discussed struggles is gifted child burnout. This phenomenon occurs when a child with exceptional abilities becomes...

Core Beliefs: What They Are and How to Heal Them

by Amanda Mauro | 10/06/2025 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Core beliefs shape the way we see ourselves, the world, and other people. Often buried beneath conscious awareness, they act like silent puppeteers behind our thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. This post explores what core beliefs are, how they are formed, the...

Secure Attachment: Insights into your connection style

by Amanda Mauro | 28/05/2025 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments

When it comes to our relationships—romantic, familial, or even platonic—attachment styles quietly shape how we connect, trust, and respond to others. Grounded in psychological theory, attachment styles describe the emotional bonds we form with others, especially in...

Disorganized Attachment: Insights into your connection style

by Amanda Mauro | 20/04/2025 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments

What Are Attachment Styles? Attachment styles are psychological patterns that dictate how individuals connect and relate to others, especially in close relationships. These styles are formed early in life and are based on the bond between a child and their primary...

Deep Dive into Episode Three of Adolescence

by Amanda Mauro | 31/03/2025 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Episode three of Netflix's miniseries Adolescence offers a profound exploration into the psyche of 13-year-old Jamie Miller, who is incarcerated for the murder of his classmate, Katie. As a psychologist, analyzing this episode provides valuable insights into Jamie's...

Avoidant Attachment: Insights into your connection style

by Amanda Mauro | 21/03/2025 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Developed in childhood, our attachment styles influence our emotional responses, communication, and relationship patterns. We develop our attachment styles through our interactions with our caregivers/ parents. One of the most complex attachment styles is avoidant...

Anxious Attachment: Insights into your connection style

by Amanda Mauro | 06/03/2025 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Attachment styles shape how we connect with others, especially in romantic relationships. Developed in childhood, they influence our emotional responses, communication, and relationship patterns. One of the most common yet challenging attachment styles is anxious...

Self-Gaslighting: How We Undermine Our Own Reality

by Amanda Mauro | 19/02/2025 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments

What is Self-Gaslighting? Self-gaslighting is where individuals dismiss or doubt their own thoughts, feelings, and experiences. It occurs when someone repeatedly tells themselves that their emotions are overreactions, their memories are unreliable, or their...

Exploring Anxiety in Teens: Signs, Effects, and Support

by Amanda Mauro | 04/02/2025 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Anxiety is a natural response to stress, but for many teens, it can become overwhelming and interfere with daily life. The teenage years are filled with academic pressures, social challenges, and significant personal growth, all of which can contribute to heightened...

Neurodivergent: Celebrating Unique Minds

by Amanda Mauro | 09/01/2025 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Neurodiversity is a concept that recognizes and respects neurological differences as any other human variation. Rather than viewing conditions like ADHD, autism, dyslexia, or Tourette's as deficits, neurodiversity highlights the strengths and challenges that come with...

Setting New Year’s Intentions and Goals for 2025

by Amanda Mauro | 27/12/2024 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments

As the year comes to a close, it’s the perfect time to reflect on 2024 and envision what you want to create in 2025. Instead of simply making resolutions, consider setting New Year’s intentions—focused, purpose-driven goals that align with your values and prioritize...

Navigating Family and Holidays: Supporting Yourself During the Festive Season

by Amanda Mauro | 09/12/2024 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments

The holiday season often brings images of joy, togetherness, and celebration. However, for many, family time during the holidays can also be a source of stress and emotional triggers. Understanding why this happens and learning practical ways to support yourself in...

Fawning: A Response of the Nervous System

by Amanda Mauro | 27/11/2024 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Fawning is a survival response that occurs when individuals feel threatened or perceive conflict. It is one of the four primary stress responses, alongside fight, flight, and freeze. Fawning involves prioritizing the needs of others, often at the expense of one's own,...

Understanding and Managing Election Anxiety

by Amanda Mauro | 06/11/2024 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Election seasons can be an intense time for many people, especially as results begin to roll in. The anticipation, uncertainty, and polarizing atmosphere can contribute to heightened anxiety levels, a feeling that has been coined election anxiety. This blog explores...

Fall Wellness: Aligning with the Energy of the Season

by Amanda Mauro | 23/10/2024 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments

As the vibrant heat of summer fades and we transition into the cooler, quieter season of fall, the rhythms of nature encourage us to slow down, reflect, and prepare for the colder months ahead. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the change of seasons is more than...

Understanding Rejection Sensitivity

by Amanda Mauro | 17/10/2024 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Rejection sensitivity (RS) is a psychological phenomenon where individuals become hyper-attuned to the possibility of rejection. This heightened sensitivity can lead to anxiety, fear, and defensiveness in situations where rejection—whether real or perceived—is at...

Navigating Narcissistic traits in the Workplace

by Amanda Mauro | 03/10/2024 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments

The workplace can be a challenging environment, even under normal circumstances. However, when narcissistic behavior enters the picture, whether from a boss or a colleague, it can create an atmosphere of manipulation, power imbalances, and damaged self-esteem....

Exploring Narcissism: Dominant vs Victim Narcissism

by Amanda Mauro | 19/09/2024 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Narcissism is often thought of as a single personality trait, but in reality, it comes in different forms. The two most prevalent types are dominant narcissism and victim narcissism. While both involve excessive self-centeredness and a lack of empathy, they manifest...

Understanding “Big T and Little T” Trauma

by Amanda Mauro | 05/09/2024 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Trauma is a powerful word that often conjures images of life-altering events, but it’s important to recognize that not all trauma looks the same. Trauma can be categorized into "Big T" and "Little T" traumas, each affecting individuals differently but significantly....

Understanding Emotional Abuse: Signs and Impact

by Amanda Mauro | 22/08/2024 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Emotional abuse is a deeply harmful, yet often overlooked, form of abuse that can manifest in various relationships, including both romantic partnerships and friendships. Unlike physical abuse, which leaves visible marks, emotional abuse inflicts invisible scars that...

Narcissism: Understanding Narcissistic Personality Disorder

by Amanda Mauro | 08/08/2024 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments

What is Narcissism? Narcissism, a term derived from Greek mythology, refers to an excessive interest in or admiration of oneself. While it's normal for individuals to have moments of self-focus, narcissism, in a psychological context, represents a more pervasive...