When “Bad” Habits Reflect Strong Self-Awareness

AMFM Healthcare is proud to share that Dr. Meghan Marcum, PsyD, Chief Psychologist, was featured in Parade in an article exploring habits that may seem negative but can reflect strong self-awareness. Dr. Marcum explains that self-awareness involves understanding your thoughts, emotions, and actions, and that it can look different for every person.

Throughout the article, Dr. Marcum discusses how behaviors such as overthinking, saying no, spending time alone, changing your mind, asking questions, and pausing before responding can demonstrate emotional insight. She also distinguishes healthy self-reflection from rumination, noting that reflection creates insight and constructive next steps, while rumination keeps a person focused on the same negative experience.

Our team believes self-awareness can help people better understand their needs, establish healthy boundaries, and respond to challenges with greater intention. We remain committed to providing compassionate mental health support that encourages meaningful reflection, personal growth, and lasting emotional well-being.

At AMFM, we strive to provide the most up-to-date and accurate medical information based on current best practices, evolving information, and our team’s approach to care. Our aim is that our readers can make informed decisions about their healthcare.

Our reviewers are credentialed medical providers specializing and practicing behavioral healthcare. We follow strict guidelines when fact-checking information and only use credible sources when citing statistics and medical information. Look for the medically reviewed badge on our articles for the most up-to-date and accurate information.

If you feel that any of our content is inaccurate or out of date, please let us know at info@amfmhealthcare.com