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Advice and tips on managing mental health, maintaining a positive outlook and becoming your happiest self.

Can Week-Old Pizza Cause Hallucinations? Exploring Intuition, Psychology, and the Science Behind Human Behavior
We often rely on our intuition to make sense of people and the world around us. But can we always trust it? Spoiler alert: intuition is often wrong. Let's explore how psychological research goes beyond common sense and tackles important questions—like whether week-old pizza can cause hallucinations or if coffee actually makes you smarter.
By THiNK2 years ago in Psyche
Understanding the Complexity of the Human Mind
The human mind is one of the most intricate and mysterious creations known to us. From our thoughts and dreams to behaviors and emotions, it governs everything we do. Yet, despite its profound influence on our lives, the rules that govern the mind remain elusive. Psychology, the science of behavior and mental processes, aims to unravel these mysteries and help us understand why we think, feel, and act the way we do.
By THiNK2 years ago in Psyche
Anxiety at Night: an evil that damages the quality of life much more than is believed. AI-Generated.
Anxiety at night is a common experience that can significantly disrupt sleep and overall well-being. Understanding its causes, symptoms, and potential treatments can help individuals manage this condition more effectively.
By Ninfa Galeano2 years ago in Psyche
The Power of Playing with Your Voice: Transforming Communication
Getting this one word wrong can actually make you sound terrible when you talk. Let me explain. First, I've got a couple of questions for you. Number one, what do you do with a hammer? You use a hammer to hammer things. Second question, what do you do with a drill? You use a drill to drill things.
By THiNK2 years ago in Psyche
Why We Dislike Our Own Voice and How to Bridge the Gap
Many of us cringe at the sound of our own voice in recordings. This discomfort is surprisingly common, and it's often rooted in the physiological differences in how we hear ourselves versus how others hear us. Understanding this can help us embrace the unique quality of our voice and leverage it more confidently, whether in daily conversations or in professional settings like podcasting.
By THiNK2 years ago in Psyche
When Therapy Hurts More Than It Heals. Content Warning. AI-Generated.
Introduction Therapy is often seen as the ultimate mental health support system. You walk into the office, pour your heart out, and leave feeling a little lighter, a little more understood, and hopefully on a path toward healing. At least, that is how it is supposed to work. But what happens when your therapist is the one who leaves you feeling worse? Instead of a sanctuary, therapy can sometimes become a battlefield—a place where you feel judged, insulted, or downright antagonized.
By Mr BatShit2 years ago in Psyche
Words Matter - 5 Superpowers That Build Confidence, Character, and Courage in Relationships
You CAN do it! Love yourself first. It is vital, no, imperative, that you take care of your own needs; emotional, spiritual, physical, and mental. We get caught in a trap of being “nice”, so others will like us. Your body is an ecosystem in itself that needs balanced love and attention. When you do this, you contribute in a meaningful and loving way to others, that have their own ecosystem to take care of. It’s okay to say no when a part of you needs quiet time. It’s okay to ask for a hug when needed. Reciprocity is key to a sustainable relationship. It allows others to just be, without taking it personally, and powerfully, they will do the same for you. Be courageous: ask for what you want. Be clear and specific. When you honour your needs, you model behaviour that allows your friends and partners to foster theirs. We each have our own work. Know where the boundaries begin and end.
By Susan Lee Woodward2 years ago in Psyche
The Struggle To Ask For Help. Content Warning.
A few months ago, someone asked me to write about Why we Struggle to Ask for Help. It's taken me a while, but I'm finally writing about it.
By H.E. Dr. Cody Dakota Wooten, COIE, DFM, DHM2 years ago in Psyche
Planets in 1st house
Planets located in a person's first house (also referred to as Ascendant or Lagna) of their natal chart can have a powerful impact on their personality, appearance, self-expression and approach to life. This house represents themselves and any planets within this sector have significant ramifications on how a person interacts with the outside world. Here's an overview of each planet in the first house that influences an individual:
By Ameesh Sharma2 years ago in Psyche
Wanna be more disciplined and procrastinate less? Just let it go!
Sitting at my desk, I open my laptop and attentively review the list of tasks I need to complete today. Got it, can start the job! I reach for my phone, open Instagram and start mindlessly scrolling through the feed.
By Ivanna Kanafotska2 years ago in Psyche
Understanding the INTP Personality Type. AI-Generated.
Each personality type has four Cognitive Functions. Functions put language to the way they process information and make decisions, and their order is based on personal preferences. Thinking and Feeling are used to make decisions, while iNtuition and Sensing are used to process information. Each type is referred to by their top two functions. Internal functions are the ones you use in your head, and external functions are the ones you use to interact with the world around you.
By D Caspar2 years ago in Psyche
Navigating Life's Choices: The Power of Critical Thinking
Every day, a sea of decisions stretches before us. Some are small and unimportant, while others have a larger impact on our lives. For instance, which politician should I vote for? Should I try the latest diet craze? Or will an email make me a millionaire? We are bombarded with so many decisions that it’s impossible to make the perfect choice every time. However, there are ways to improve our chances, and one particularly effective technique is critical thinking.
By THiNK2 years ago in Psyche