The roads were absolute chaos. Horns blared like warning sirens, and cars weaved through traffic unpredictably. I held the steering wheel so tightly that I could feel my heartbeat in my hands. Then it happened a sleek silver ca…
If you’re single, society often tries to convince you that something is missing from your life. Whether it’s the constant swiping on dating apps or the pressure to find “the one,” the underlying message is clear:…
Predicting how we'll feel in the future can be challenging. Here’s why. Now that the election is over, researchers who study emotions want us to understand one thing: Whatever comes next, it likely …
The idea that narcissism is a fixed personality trait that can develop into a disorder assumes people are either narcissistic or they’re not. Maybe you've met someone who seems confident, char…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…