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We Act Unconsciously Most of the Time
We Act Unconsciously Most of the Time
The Different Types of Embarrassment and How They Affect Us
(Exploring Your Mind) There are several types of embarrassment. Although they mostly have the same physiological consequences, they tend to differ in terms of cognitive processing and the circumstances that produce it. Stay with us as we talk about why we often feel embarrassed!
Understanding Antidepressants and Why They Are Dangerous — Wisdom as the Ultimate Emotional Regulator
(Justin Deschamps) In the modern age, mood issues, emotional upset, depression, boredom, and so on are all too common. Can modern-day drugs really help? The answer will likely resonate with what you’ve always believed deep down.
5 Virtues of Calm Minds
(Exploring Your Mind) A calm mind sees the world with greater clarity and perspective. It’s possible to put aside anxious or irrational thoughts to make better decisions.
Somatic Therapy: Releasing Trapped Emotions
(Exploring Your Mind) Although somatic therapy has its critics recent advances in neuroscience back up a lot of its principles. Being aware of your somatic experiences can help you heal trauma and trapped emotions.
The Mind of a Baby – What’s it Like Inside?
(Exploring Your Mind) New research in recent decades is breaking down all sorts of myths we had about the mind of a baby.
Selective Perception: How it Affects Our View of the World
(Exploring Your Mind) We often choose to see or understand what we want to. This is known as selective perception.
How to Avoid Distractions While Studying, According to Science
(Martin Vasilev) Modern life is full of distractions – and some of them can have a negative effect on our ability to concentrate when studying. The problem is that many people tend to underestimate how much they are distracted by what’s going on around them. Here’s how you can get the most from your studies by considering your environment.
An Addictive Personality Isn’t All Bad – Here’s How to Leverage It to Your Benefit
(Zoey Sky) Having an addictive personality might seem like a bad thing, but you can turn it around to your benefit. For example, an addictive personality can teach you how to be more mindful and resilient.
Keeping a Healthy Mind Ensures a Healthy Body – and Vice Versa
(Isabelle Z.) We are constantly learning more about just how strong the connection between the brain and the body is, and although we tend to think of exercise as leading to improved mental health, it appears the reverse is also true. Finnish researchers have found that people whose mental well-being is high at age 42 are more physically active when they hit their 50s compared to those whose mental well-being is lower in their 40s.
Awakening the Spirit of Love: Inner Environmental Alchemy
(Ulonda Faye) Do you ever wonder, if we truly know love? What I know, about love, is it touches you in deep ways. And, just like grace, it never leaves us in the same space. Often, we are looking for instant gratifications in life, and sometimes this is attempted through the circle of love. However, true love is neither limited nor forced.
Theory of Mind: The Key for Interpersonal Connection
(Exploring Your Mind) Theory of mind facilitates human social connection. Thanks to theory of mind, you can deduce the intentions, thoughts, and desires of other people and adjust your behavior accordingly.
What Are Personality Disorders and How Are They Treated?
(Justin Deschamps) As one who studies psychology, I’ll be the first to tell you that it’s hardly perfect. Especially on the clinical side, drug companies and other interests have diluted the true power of understanding the nature of our being. This being said, there is much within the accumulated knowledge of psychology we can gain wisdom in studying. With this in mind, consider the following.
The Fun Theory: Rewards Over Punishments
(Exploring Your Mind) The fun theory is based on the idea that people are more likely to do things that take some effort if they have a fun thing as an incentive. In other words, a rewards system can shape people’s behavior.