family
Family can be our support system. Or they can be part of the problem. All about the complicated, loving, and difficult relationship with us and the ones who love us.
The Loud Minority and the Manufactured Narrative
When President Trump appeared at the Washington Commanders versus Detroit Lions game, the media wasted no time turning it into a national spectacle. Headlines shouted that America had booed its own president, declaring it proof that the country was ashamed of its leader. Clips of jeering crowds were shared endlessly, accompanied by commentary claiming that even America’s favorite sport had rejected him.
By Peter Thwing - Host of the FST Podcast12 months ago in Psyche
The potentials of yoga in helping you get better sleep
The potentials of yoga in helping you get better sleep Many people believe that yoga is all about experiencing pure ecstasy through the union of the mind, the soul, and the body. But most yoga practitioners and teachers would agree that apart from providing relaxation and peace, yoga is about the seemingly limitless capability of a person to be in control and unite with him or her inner self. With this in mind, more and more people—especially those who are having trouble to get better sleep—is using this activity.
By KASHIF karim12 months ago in Psyche
How can aromatherapy help you get better sleep
How can aromatherapy help you get better sleep With the trend of going back to the natural and to the basics, aromatherapy is becoming a popular alternative in the world of total wellness and health. In fact, more and more people are using it to get better sleep which they think is the best way to regain one's strength so he or she can do all the things that needs to be done.
By KASHIF karim12 months ago in Psyche
The Psychological Impact of Parents on Our Lives: Unseen Forces Shaping Our Future
Introduction: Parents are the first teachers in our lives. From the moment we are born, they shape our perceptions, beliefs, and behaviors, often without even realizing it. But have you ever stopped to think about how much of your personality, success, and challenges are influenced by the way your parents raised you? In this article, we’ll dive deep into the psychological impact that parents have on their children and explore why understanding this can be life-changing. The Silent Power of Parenting Psychology tells us that the first few years of a child’s life are crucial in forming their sense of self, emotional regulation, and worldview. Parents, consciously or unconsciously, are the architects of this foundation. The way they speak to us, the discipline they enforce, and the values they instill, all contribute to who we become. 1. The Role of Attachment: How Parents Shape Our Relationships One of the most significant psychological theories about parenting is attachment theory, proposed by John Bowlby. According to this theory, the bond formed between a child and their primary caregiver (usually the mother) deeply influences how that child will approach relationships for the rest of their life. Secure attachment: If a parent is loving, supportive, and consistently available, the child will feel safe and confident. This child grows up to be emotionally balanced and capable of forming healthy, trusting relationships. Insecure attachment: On the other hand, children who experience neglect, inconsistency, or emotional unavailability may grow up with insecurities, difficulties in trusting others, and emotional challenges. These early interactions don't just affect childhood — they have a profound impact on adult behavior. In fact, many of the emotional struggles people face as adults, including difficulties in romantic relationships or even work, can often be traced back to the attachment style formed in childhood.
By The Insight Ledger 12 months ago in Psyche
A Small But Insanely Important Aspect Of Identity That Most People Get Wrong. Top Story - November 2025.
Who Are You? This is perhaps one of the most important, yet completely misunderstood, questions of all time. The goal of the question is to understand our identity...
By H.E. Dr. Cody Dakota Wooten, COIE, DFM, DHM12 months ago in Psyche
Gift Giving Must Be Mindful . Top Story - November 2025.
Gifts are given to others for a myriad of reasons: to celebrate joy or a specific milestone. Gifts travel way beyond marked occasions like Christmas, Birthdays, and other commercially oriented days such as Valentines Day to name. Gifts are given when people are awarded promotions; they recover from surgery; and at weddings, baby showers and graduations to name.
By Justine Crowley12 months ago in Psyche
On Love, Freedom, and the Boundaries of Human Emotion
The question I have always asked myself is about the limits of emotional boundaries between people — when feelings arise unnecessarily — and what the true definitions of friendship, love, and family really are after marriage or after confirming a relationship with someone.
By The voice of a self-narrating soul12 months ago in Psyche
The Weight of Labels
I did not get angry because I was attacked. I got angry because I felt invisible. That is what labeling does. It reduces a human being—a soul with thoughts, experiences, and convictions—into a set of categories that can be dismissed before they even speak.
By Peter Thwing - Host of the FST Podcastabout a year ago in Psyche
