trauma
At its core, trauma can be thought of as the psychological wounds that persist, even when the physical ones are long gone.
Derealization and depersonalization. What is it and how do you deal with it?
To begin with, it is worthwhile to understand what it is and from where it resembles. These are two similar symptoms of different disorders but with various manifestations. Let's find out what they are one by one.
By torch macktraher2 years ago in Psyche
The Monsters We Can't Escape
Fear is a peculiar thing—it thrives in the shadows, growing stronger in solitude. When left alone with our thoughts, we begin to see things that may or may not exist. The image of a young girl curled up in the corner of a deteriorating room, surrounded by ominous figures, is a chilling representation of this concept. It is a scene that speaks to the very nature of fear, the kind that tightens around us when we feel most vulnerable.
By Tasnuba Humayra2 years ago in Psyche
The Shocking Truth About Loneliness: Why It’s Killing Us Faster Than Smoking!
The Surprising Health Benefits of Friendship: Backed by Science Introduction Loneliness is often dismissed as an emotional state, but modern science proves it is a silent killer. Studies show that chronic loneliness increases the risk of heart disease, stroke, dementia, and premature death by up to 58%. As urbanization and digital dependence rise, we are becoming more isolated—despite being the most socially evolved species on Earth.
By PRABAL TR PRO2 years ago in Psyche
Suicide Prevention Workshop
We hope to have a small booklet full of prevention material. It is about prevention after all. I have attended many workshops in my lifetime and have not read much after the workshops that were given as handouts. Now I have to go through many of those handouts and recycle them.
By Denise E Lindquist2 years ago in Psyche
Two Lies and a Truth
I once invited a new friend over to play board games with a small group of friends over the upcoming weekend. He was reaching out regularly to hang out and I figured it would be a good way to get to know him better and introduce him to others so that they could get to know him as well. He accepted the invite and I gave him the details for what, when, and where.
By Amos Glade2 years ago in Psyche
Chapter XVII: The Sovereign of Shadows
The wind shrieked, calling me through the hollow arches of my empire, and shared the whispers of those from which I had long departed. They did not capitulate, they did not bend the knee—those stubborn flames in their unyielding commitment who were steadfast in grisly devotion to my cause even while I drifted into infinite nothingness. I stand now before the stripped down bones of my empire, their magnificence reduced to chambers of resonating echo and thrones of dust. *Why have I returned?* The question coils in my heart like the serpent of eternal regret. Perhaps it is the burden of promises I once scarred into the flesh of memory now bleeding through the cracks of time. Or perhaps it is the truth that solitude, even from this frayed kingdom, is a reprieve from the honeyed mumble of humankind. Humanity—how shameless a pantomime! They murmur constantly of virtues they loathe, and in the very next breath, dive into the sins of their own disdain. Their laugh, a knife—that roasts, and their kindness, a mask stuck to rotten flesh. I have tasted their "compassion," a goblet of vinegar, and spit it back into oblivion. They are the architects of their own suffering, bringing offerings of opinions about the innocence of gutting like lambs to a slaughterhouse. Weakness masquerades as strength in their world—a monstrous breeding from the bones of gentle chitterers.
By LUCCIAN LAYTH2 years ago in Psyche
The Beautiful Breakdown: How Falling Apart Can Put You Back Together
Ever Felt Like You're Losing It? Good. What if your worst breakdown was actually the beginning of your biggest breakthrough? Imagine this: You’re sitting in your room, staring at the ceiling, feeling like a human-shaped puzzle with missing pieces. You’re exhausted, overwhelmed, and wondering if you’re the only person who’s ever felt this lost. Spoiler alert: You’re not.
By Alain SUPPINI2 years ago in Psyche
The Moment I Froze Free. Honorable Mention in The Metamorphosis of the Mind Challenge. Content Warning.
I used to be the person who always asked, "Why won’t she just leave?" or said, "I would leave immediately if I were her." I never meant any harm or judgement with it. Those were genuine thoughts and questions because I sincerely believed it was that easy.
By Cristal S.2 years ago in Psyche
Now Is Not Always. Runner-Up in The Metamorphosis of the Mind Challenge. Top Story - March 2025.
The world is so much softer today than when I was a kid. I take my three boys, two preschoolers and one toddler, to the park and I can’t help but chuckle to myself. Not only is the ground not covered with concrete or pea gravel, but it’s not even hard. Stepping on the artificial turf is almost like stepping on a springboard. All the playground equipment is softer too. What ever happened to polished steel slides and rough wood posts? When I was a kid, you left skin behind on the slide and if you didn’t come home with at least two splinters, you weren’t playing hard enough.
By Altum Veritas2 years ago in Psyche
Echoes of Yesterday. AI-Generated.
The first time it happened, Daniel dismissed it as nothing. A passing sound—an old music box tune—floating in the air as he walked past a bookstore. He barely noticed it, yet something about it made his chest tighten, like a memory just out of reach. He paused, listening, but the sound was gone. Just a figment of his imagination.
By Ahmet Kıvanç Demirkıran2 years ago in Psyche
3 Ways to Challenge Negative Thoughts
Overcoming Negative Thought Patterns: Have you ever heard that little voice in your head that just keeps overwhelming your mind with negative thoughts? Do you want to learn how to challenge these thoughts and boost your confidence and self-esteem? Let’s discuss some different strategies that can be helpful for tuning out that negative thinking.
By Slgtlyscatt3red2 years ago in Psyche
The Lasting Impact of Childhood Trauma
It's a term we've been hearing a lot lately, especially in the news. Celebrities and influencers are coming out of the woodwork and talking about ways that they have been mistreated in their childhood. I used to look at those stories and read them and feel this immense empathy for them, but I never understood why. What about my life was similar to theirs? What did I go through that makes our experiences sound almost 100% alike despite distance, time, money, status, etc.? They were groomed and experienced SA (sexual assault), and so did I. Mine just wasn't seen under a spotlight in front of the world. Now I realize that, and I want to help others heal and come to terms with their own trauma. The only way to move forward is by going through this healing process, and I think that's always done better together, with other people who have experienced what you have.
By Slgtlyscatt3red2 years ago in Psyche
