Lead Editor, Mental Health & Mindful Living
M.A. in Clinical Psychology, University of Mumbai | Certified Mindfulness Instructor (CMI)
Priya Patel joined Gymbag in 2019 and brings more than 12 years of experience as a therapist and wellness educator. Her content are mix of psychology with daily-life practices, covering topics from emotional regulation to body damage and energy loss recovery.
Friendships can be among the richest—and most difficult—bonds we form. From feeling excluded to managing toxic relationships or seeing a close friendship dissolve, getting through the high points and low points of friendships requires emotional resilience, self-regulation, and good boundaries. This guide takes a look at common friendship challenges, why they occur, and realistic strategies for guarding your well-being while developing healthier, richer relationships. 5. Bouncing Back from Friendship Breakups
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Becoming parents is one of life’s most exciting—and, let’s be honest, toughest—changes a couple can go through. You might have heard that having a baby
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Being single is often seen as just a waiting period before “real life” starts, especially for women in their late 20s and 30s. But what
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Marriage is a ride with peaks, valleys, and all points in between. Even the best couples get to a point where they feel like they’re
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Ever wonder why you’re attracted to some people and not others? Attraction could feel like sheer magic—some mysterious “click”—but there’s plenty more going on beneath
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Testosterone is not only for athletes, as it’s an important hormone that has a significant impact on your energy, mood, muscle size, and sex life.
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If you’ve grown up believing that a BMI between 18.5 and 24.9 is the ultimate indicator of good health, you may be surprised to discover
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There is nothing quite that takes the wind out of your sails as learning your partner has lied to you. Whether a blatant lie, an
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When most people envision romance, they imagine grand moments—an off-the-cuff proposal, a weekend in Paris, or a last-minute dash to catch someone at the airport.
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Muscle building isn’t all about how you look in the mirror—it’s also about feeling more powerful, kickstarting your metabolism, and investing in your long-term health.
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We so frequently approach relationships in high defense, scanning for red flags in others. But how much do we pause and consider, “What if I’m
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Ever gazed upon couples who have been together for decades and wondered how they can continue to feel so in tune? It’s not luck, and
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