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What’s My Existential Crisis? (Based on MBTI)
What Is Existentialism? Existentialism is defined as “a philosophical theory or approach that emphasizes the existence of the individual person as a free and responsible agent determining their own development through acts of the will.”
Andrea LawrencePublished 2 years ago in PsycheSmells like Chocolate
It occurred to me the other day as I pulled back the sheets on my bed that I never smell like chocolate. I had a flashback to the days of my youth when I smelled like a distillery the day after drinking. There were moments in hot yoga rooms in those days when I was worried the person in triangle pose next to me might get pulled over for a DUI on her way home. She would be unable to explain to the police officer why she was blowing above a .08 on a Sunday afternoon, now late to make Sunday dinner for her two happy children and her adoring husband, what a bummer. Guilty by proximity of the yoga mat.
Linden GriffithPublished 2 years ago in PsycheSweet Lies Before Bed
Hi, I'm Alvin. I'm a 26-year-old entrepreneur, and I suffer from anxiety. I didn't always feel this way. Just two years ago, I was as happy and as carefree as a lamb. I ran a successful sports event business. Life was calm and peaceful and good...then, everything changed when the fire nation attacked coronavirus struck.
How to Fly with Two Wheels
Dear Stranger, You ask why I bike fast. Maybe you didn’t exactly ask, but your tone told me your comment was a question. Humans have long envied birds. We have an instinctive hunger to experience the unknown and push the limits of impossibility. In this instance, it manifests in a desire to harness the wind. We see the birds wheeling above; we see trees bending and snapping under the strength of simple air. And we want it. Children fly kites and make paper airplanes – when they grow up, they build jets and helicopters and hang gliders.
Starlight StormPublished 2 years ago in PsycheCost of Convenience
To wake up mesmerized and still breathing was both terrifying and humbling. I woke up, forever changed, at 20 years old. I woke up with a traumatic brain injury – a TBI that would set the tone for the rest of my life. But I didn’t know it then. The fall Colorado breeze brushed against my hair, my black Security Forces beret now MIA, having shot out of the SUV like I did. Shot out of the windshield that smashed. Shot out, landing right on my head then blacking out.
BC PurchasPublished 2 years ago in PsycheAn Open Letter To My Therapist
Dear S, When I was in elementary school, I remember getting an assignment asking me to think of who my hero was. I was to draw what they looked like, and to describe them. I remember having a hard time choosing between my mom and dad. I was never one to believe in the kind of heroes that could fly or pick up cars, not even as a kid. I guess I’ve always been a little deeper than that. A hero to me has always been someone real. Now, at 25, my idea of what a hero is has not changed much; when I hear the word hero, I immediately think of you.
Amanda OlejniczakPublished 2 years ago in PsycheFight Seasonal Depression With Indoor Plants
Changing seasons can be a beautiful thing especially when each season brings new events to look forward to. But that doesn't mean it is like this for everyone, myself including. Indoor plants have helped me in the battle of seasonal depression and they can help you too.
Chandi PeardonPublished 2 years ago in Psyche7 Types of Toxic People You Need to Avoid
As a doctoral researcher fascinated by psychological and behavioral studies, I enjoy gathering insights surrounding our personalities and human behavior.
Rest Must Be An Act of Defiance
I'm usually thinking of sleep as something I've got to schedule for, then plan two contingency plans for. 'If I have work at 12:30, I'll need to be out by 11:30, so if I wanna get some time to myself before work I should wake up by 9:30 but if I want to just sleep I'll need to wake up by 10:30- 10:45 at the latest . . .'
Delise FantomePublished 2 years ago in PsychePsychological Abuse Is Physical Abuse.
Emotional abuse causes organ dysfunction, parts of the brain to shrink, and a greater risk of long term illness yet victims struggle to get protection or support without external injuries.
writemindmattersPublished 2 years ago in PsycheAre You Okay?
We would never say that, would we? I mean, no one has ever said it to me. Maybe as depressed people, we keep our persona up of being okay when we are around others. We try to mask the void we feel in our hearts and minds. We try to get dressed and show up, we try to smile meekly even though we feel dead inside.
Melissa SteussyPublished 2 years ago in PsycheYou Aren't Silly if You Think the Best Part of Christmas Is Receiving Gifts.
Without a doubt, I am speaking as someone who is not particularly religious. I believe that Christmas, Hanukkah, and Kwanza have more meanings than just trees, food, and gifts for religious people. Nonetheless, I can't help but believe that presents are a crucial part of Christmas, even for fervent believers. This is because gift sharing is a considerably more significant ritual than we often imagine when done without greed or expectations.
Asterion AvocadoPublished 2 years ago in Psyche