Emotional suppression is an integral part of military service. Soldiers are expected to put their lives on the line for their country without displaying weaknesses such as fear, anger, sadness, or...
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Emotional Suppression's Impact on Relationship Satisfaction and Operational Readiness
Emotional suppression is the act of repressing one's feelings or emotions for the purpose of avoidance,...
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How do soldiers perceive the balance between their personal identity and military identity when navigating close relationships? This is an important question that has been studied extensively by...
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: Soldiers struggle with identity balance in close relationships
The impact of gendered expectations within military culture on expressions of affection in intimate relationships is a significant issue that has been understudied in the literature. Military culture...
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: How gendered expectations impact intimate relationships in military culture
Stoicism is an ancient philosophy that emphasizes self-control, courage, and resilience in adversity. It has been practiced for centuries among soldiers to help them cope with the challenges of...
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Stoicism has been an integral part of military culture for centuries, with soldiers being trained to suppress their emotions and maintain a stoic demeanour in all situations, even in intimate...
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The ability to be emotionally open and expressive is essential to maintaining healthy and fulfilling romantic relationships.
Exposure to loss among comrades can significantly disrupt this...
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How military cultures shape perceptions of masculinity and femininity can impact how people express their emotions and engage in sexual activity. Military organizations have their own set of rules...
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How to Maintain Emotional Authenticity in Cultures that Expect Suppression
Emotions are an essential part of human experience and expression, yet they can sometimes be difficult to manage,...
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: Emotional authenticity: strategies for maintaining intimacy in cultures that promote suppression
In military missions, it is often necessary to suppress one's own emotions in order to remain focused and calm under pressure.
This can have consequences for their personal lives when they return...
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