Psyche
An open conversation about mental health; stories, experiences, advice, real life. Psyche exposes the inner workings of the human soul, mind, and spirit.
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You Did Not Turn Out Fine
When I was a kid, my sister and I would spend our free time doing normal kid things like playing with dolls or watching tv when our mother would walk into our room and glare at us. Nose upturned, lips pursed in disapproval. My sister and I would immediately sit at attention wondering what we were doing that was so wrong while our mom would go into her room and grab one of my dad’s belts.
Olivia BarkerPublished 2 years ago in PsycheSaying Goodbye to the Blues
I woke up this morning knowing my depression had come for a visit. I should have known it was coming. I haven't been able to sleep very well the past few days, but I chalked it up to my creative mind going on overdrive recently. It took me five days to finish a 348 page book when it would have normally took me five hours. My motivation has been dwindling, yes, there were many subtle signs my depression was coming to a head.
Alexandria StanwyckPublished 3 months ago in PsycheHidden Costs and Lasting Shame of Financial Abuse
I’ve always been responsible with my money. I have a job that pays decently, although (like many in our inflated economy) I should definitely be making more for what I do. I regularly check my credit score. I don’t eat out much, nor do I spend frivolously on non-essentials.
Veronica WrenPublished 24 days ago in PsycheMy Skin Hurts
You know what goes with madness? Mania. I've been having trouble coming up with something to write on the theme of "madness" all month. Up until a few hours ago I was pretty determined to write a fiction piece about having fever. Then, in the afternoon, someone brought up a few mental health conditions that we both experience to some degree.
Rebekah ConardPublished about a month ago in PsycheTrauma, Grief, and Loss
Can we fill in the rest of the frames? Yes. For sure we can add grief and loss. Chronic bereavement is another. Overdose. Suicide. Addiction. More specific abuse; rape, domestic violence, incest, physical and emotional neglect. Or fill in the blanks with your trauma.
Denise E LindquistPublished about a month ago in PsycheWhen the Demons Come to Play...
Who do you think you're fooling? I know you're here and I know that you were invited although not by me. You follow me through the hallway whilst you and your friends cling to the walls like unwanted spiders. You make no sound but I can feel your heaviness. I reach the door to my and my husband's bedroom and hesitate. The tension in the air is so thick I could cut it with a knife. He lies just behind this door, sleeping as usual. Lately, if he's not sleeping then he's working or drinking or something else entirely. I keep trying to help him but I keep getting the feeling that he may be too far gone. I keep getting this sinking feeling that he likes the darkness. I'm scared he's the one who asked you here.
Lindsey AltomPublished 2 months ago in PsycheMother of 1000 Orphans
When prompted to write about an inspirational woman, Sindhutai Sapkal immediately came to mind. This woman’s story profoundly altered my life for the better. The example she set shifted my psychology in ways I am certain many decades of therapy could not have achieved.
Kayleigh Fraser ✨Published 2 months ago in PsycheMy Little Valentine
It wasn’t My Funny Valentine. It wasn’t I’m a Little Valentine. Can I find it? No. So I will have more to say before I get to it.
Denise E LindquistPublished 3 months ago in Psyche
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Latest Stories
Most recently published stories in Psyche.
Reason and courage
Story about reason and wise decision number 1: Once upon a time, in a bustling city nestled between mountains and rivers, there lived a young man named Lucas. Despite facing numerous hardships in his life, Lucas possessed an unwavering determination and an intellect that shone brightly amidst the darkness of his circumstances.
Vũ Văn HạnhPublished about 7 hours ago in PsycheBeyond the Final Breath: Exploring Diverse Visions of the Afterlife
Exploring Perspectives on the Afterlife: From Theist Immortalists to Reincarnation and Metempsychosis Introduction: The concept of the afterlife has long intrigued humanity, serving as a focal point for philosophical inquiry, religious doctrine, and cultural beliefs. Across various belief systems, there exists a diverse array of perspectives on what happens after the physical body ceases to function. From the theist immortalists who envision heavenly realms to the intricate cycles of reincarnation and metempsychosis, each viewpoint offers a unique insight into the mystery of existence beyond death.
Sayed Masehullah SADATPublished a day ago in PsycheThe secret journey to regaining emotional stability
Do you feel that the anxious and avoidant types both seem to be strong and independent, but in fact they are sensitive and fragile. They often fall into emotions because of small things and start to be anxious and avoidant? If anxious and avoidant types want to change these, what they actually need is to compensate for their missing parts and heal their injured parts. In this issue, we will teach the avoidant and anxious types how to cultivate themselves again, making their emotions more stable, more rational in relationships, and at the same time gaining the ability to actively output emotional value. If anxious and avoidant types want to overcome the sensitive and fragile parts of themselves and obtain stable emotions, they need not only cognitive adjustments, but also need to heal the traumatized parts of themselves and compensate for the regretful parts of themselves. For example, the regret of the avoidant type is that they have not been paid serious attention to and have never truly rebelled. Therefore, the avoidant type will not fight for their own needs in many situations, resulting in uncomfortable situations and relationships, and they are always running away and wandering. The trauma of the anxious type is that they are trapped in unstable relationships and have been hurt by the instability in intimate relationships. The slightest fluctuation will make the anxious type feel nervous and anxious. Therefore, anxious and avoidant types are inherently fragile, sensitive, and unstable. In summary, these reasons are that something is missing during the growth stage, or they have suffered some trauma, so if you want to solve these problems, this is the time. Compensate when you need to compensate, heal when you need to heal, exercise when you need to exercise, just treat yourself as a child and raise yourself again. If the avoidant and anxious types re-train themselves, what kind of growth can they gain? First of all, emotions will become more and more stable. For example, you can be aware of your emotions at the first time, avoid emotions from affecting your thoughts and judgments, and learn to regulate your emotions. Secondly, you can truly understand yourself and know your real needs and fears. In the process of re-nurturing yourself, you can clearly understand your needs and fears, that is, you can know why you are attracted to a certain person, why you behave like this, and then you can better understand what you need.
angelababyPublished a day ago in PsycheAnti-stress ring
As sources of stress multiply around us, methods, gadgets and other accessories to help us channel our nervous tension are diversifying.
Pape Mouhamet SenePublished a day ago in PsycheExploring Dreams
Introduction: Dreams have long fascinated and mystified humanity. They are enigmatic journeys into the depths of our subconscious, where reality blends with imagination, and the ordinary becomes extraordinary. From ancient civilizations to modern psychologists, dreams have been interpreted, analyzed, and revered as windows into the inner workings of the human mind. In this article, we embark on a journey to explore the multifaceted nature of dreams, their significance, and the mysteries they hold.
ShadowVersePublished 2 days ago in PsycheNOTHING WILL EVER HAPPEN TO YOU
NOTHING WILL EVER HAPPEN TO YOU ^^ ~ I promise ~ ^^ THIS IS A STORY OF POSTPARTUM DEPRESSION SHOULD THE SUBJECT BOTHER YOU IN ANY WAY, PLEASE DO NOT READ.
Margaret BrennanPublished 2 days ago in PsycheMy now not-so-secret anxiety conduct and the way I'm kicking them to the cut back
Let's face it, tension is a part of lifestyles. Sometimes it's a low hum in the heritage, and different times it looks like a complete-blown orchestra gambling out of tune in my head. But what I've found out is that every now and then, I make matters worse for myself with my very own anxiety behavior. You understand, the ones little matters we do that could seem harmless at the beginning, but can truly gasoline the flames of our worry.
growthenger marketingPublished 2 days ago in PsycheRare Glimpse Into a Survivor’s Diary Shortly After Escape
The following journal entry was written during a time that may resonate with anyone who’s escaped from an abusive or toxic situation.
Veronica WrenPublished 3 days ago in Psyche
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