Psychology & Mental Health

The Psychology of Nostalgia: Why Do We Feel a Longing for the Past?

The Psychology of Nostalgia: Why Do We Feel a Longing for the Past?

Should we dwell on the past? Until recently, psychologists would likely have argued not to. However, longing for the past,…

5 years ago

The Difference between Objective and Subjective Truth & the Illusion We All Believe

How do we know whether our truths are the real truths, or is the truth simply an illusion? What Is…

5 years ago

5 Types of a Personality Clash between People and How to Handle It

In life, it seems, we’re forced into socializing with people we don’t get along with. Whether it’s at school or…

5 years ago

Saudade: A Profound Emotional State You’ve Probably Experienced

Saudade is a Portuguese word. Its meaning is so complex that cannot be translated into one single word. It has…

5 years ago

Meet JOMO: The Joy of Missing Out (and Why You Should Practice It)

Meet the new and improved FOMO, this is JOMO and it is so much better for you. We’re all aware…

5 years ago

What Is Overgeneralization? How It’s Impairing Your Judgment and How to Stop It

Overgeneralization is a common way of thinking which is rarely referred to by its real name but is done by…

5 years ago

4 Signs of Toxic Positivity That Ruins Your Life and How to Avoid It

Toxic positivity is a fairly new phenomenon. It has appeared almost directly as a result of the “good life” social…

5 years ago

5 Specific Phobias That Can Arise from Social Anxiety

Anxiety is crippling. It can suck up all your joy and confidence and leave you feeling overwhelmed and exhausted. Anxiety…

5 years ago

6 Surprising Benefits of Boredom, Backed by Scientific Studies

You may not remember the last time you were bored. Probably because many lifestyles barely give you the chance for…

5 years ago

Hot-Cold Empathy Gap: the Hidden Root of Judgments and Misunderstandings

If you have a hard time understanding the actions of others, you may be suffering from the hot-cold empathy gap.…

5 years ago