With Halloween just around the corner, what better way to celebrate than by diving into the idea of "Horror as a Hobby" and exploring it further? The 2002 horror film 'The Ring' captures the essence of fear by i…
We all have habits those automatic behaviors we hardly think about but that shape nearly every part of our lives. From your morning coffee routine to how you respond to stress, habits are powerful forces. But what if you could ha…
Movies can teach us a lot about psychology, not just life, love, or how the mind works. Films are powerful storytellers; they shape our views and can sometimes even provide valuable insights. However, not all lessons from Hollywo…
Narcissist's come in various forms, making it hard to identify a single trait that predicts their behavior. Addressing this dynamic is crucial in developing effective management strategies and increasing the chances of succes…
What research says about happiness throughout life. This summer, I took my kids to watch the movie 'Inside Out 2', expecting another fun story about the emotions of a young child. While there were definitely some happy mo…
Aging is something we all experience; no one is immune to it. Yet, nothing in our society brings about more widespread discomfort than the shame often associated with growing older. People can be shamed for various traits, belief…
If you want to understand what someone is thinking, learn to recognize projection. Anthony, a man in his mid-30s, struggled for years with anxiety that was so intense he sometimes had trouble leaving his apartment, afraid he migh…
Morning cannabis use, often to ease anxiety, is on the rise and it's risky. Un derstanding young adults' cannabis use patterns has become more important as more states legalize recreational marijuana. According to a recen…
Experts say that smoking crack cocaine is becoming popular again. Many people believe that smoking potent drugs like heroin, fentanyl, methamphetamine, or cocaine is much safer than injecting them. After all, injecting drugs carr…
Ghosting refers to abruptly ending a relationship without any explanation or warning about what led to that decision. Whether online or in-person, communication suddenly stops with no prior notice. This behavior is a reflection o…
The phrase "forgive and forget" is commonly used but can be misleading. It's often said to encourage or pressure people into forgiving those who have wronged them. However, the idea that forgetting is the same as fo…
The phrase "I mean" is now everywhere in our conversations and social media interactions. But why? It might not be surprising that encouraging people to reconsider the value of disliked speech patterns can stir some con…