(John M. Grohol) Human sexuality is a wondrous activity. Our understanding of why we act the way we do when we have sex continues to intrigue psychological researchers, since we do things that don’t always seem to make much logical sense. Such as faking an orgasm.
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Declaring Your Purpose, According to a Psychologist
(Pratibha Anand) According to the Dictionary of Word Origins, the word “purpose” comes from the Latin word proponere, which means “to declare” or “to put forward.” The word “declaration” invokes such a sense of strength for me.
How to Transform Failure into Success
(Suzanne Kane) If you’ve lived a few years, you’ve experienced failure. More than once, most likely, and probably many times. For every success, the backstory usually involves a string of different approaches of varying degrees of promise before arriving at one that worked. While some are cowed by failure and cannot see beyond it, others find ingenious solutions arising from failure. How do you transform failure into success? Here are some thoughts.
The Chemical Imbalance Myth and Antidepressant Harm
(Dr. Mercola) In the U.S., an estimated 17.3 million American adults (7.1% of the adult population), experienced at least one major depressive episode in 2017.1 The highest rates are reported among those aged between 18 and 25.2 However, not only is there evidence that depression is vastly overdiagnosed, but there’s also evidence showing it’s routinely mistreated.
Disappointment and Your Brain – Why It Hurts
(Exploring Your Mind) The pain in your brain after a disappointment is real. Our brain processes such experiences as events that undermine our balance and well-being. Hence, the pain appears and the levels of neurotransmitters such as serotonin or dopamine decrease.
How People With Psychopathic Traits Control Their ‘Dark Impulses’
(Science Daily) How do people with psychopathic traits control their ‘dark impulses?’ A team of researchers are finding answers in levels of gray matter density in the ventrolateral prefrontal cortex, a region of the brain involved in the regulation of emotions, including fear and anger.
The Dawn of Consciousness, Symbolically Depicted in Lion King
The Dawn of Consciousness, Symbolically Depicted in Lion King
How to Heal Yourself by Talking to Your Body
(Therese Wade) Your Cells are Listening
How I Stopped Chasing Happiness and Started Enjoying My Imperfect Life
(Mai Pham) “I want to live my life without stress and worries. I don’t need to be rich or famous. I just want to be happy.” ~Unknown
10 Strategies for Discovering and Living as Your True Self
(Rebecca C. Mandeville) If you find yourself continuing to act out old patterns and roles that no longer serve you, this is more than likely interfering with your ability to create mutually rewarding, respectful, and reciprocal relationships. Below are my ten strategies for getting in touch with your true self so as to create an integrity-based and emotionally rewarding life.
The Power of a Smile – Three Experiments
(Exploring Your Mind) Thanks to several experiments on the power of the smile conducted in different parts of the world, we now know that it isn’t enough to just smile. A smile must be sincere and reflect genuine feelings.
Does Unconditional Love Really Exist?
(Exploring Your Mind) Unconditional love exists, but is it a good thing? After all, conditions and boundaries can help protect your self-esteem and well-being in all kinds of loving relationships.
Meditation Techniques for Beginners
(Exploring your Mind) In this article, we’ll share some techniques for those who just decided to start meditating. Meditation has positive effects on your mood and physical health. What are you waiting for?
The Ten Commandments for Dealing with Conflict in Your Relationship
(Exploring Your Mind) These guidelines for dealing with conflict in your relationship focus on simple attitudes and behaviors. Although we often forget to consider these things, they can really make the difference between resolving the conflict and making it worse.
Intelligence Psychology in the Workplace: Where Should I Work Depending on My Skills?
Intelligence Psychology in the Workplace: Where Should I Work Depending on My Skills?