Introduction In conversations about mental health and everyday relationships, people often default to problem-solving. We want to fix what seems broken, offer solutions, and give advice. Yet sometimes, what others need most is not a solution but a listener. Empathy—the ability to understand and share the feelings of another—has been repeatedly shown to be one […]
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Introduction The weak can never forgive. Forgiveness is the attribute of the strong. — Mahatma Gandhi Every October, on Gandhi Jayanti, the world pauses to remember Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi — the frail man in homespun cotton who carried the weight of an empire on his shoulders. While often remembered as a political leader, Gandhi was also,
Introduction When the COVID-19 pandemic forced billions indoors, human interaction shrank to screens, masks, and six feet of distance. While this isolation saved lives, it also disrupted social rhythms. Now, even as societies reopen, many people experience something unexpected: post-pandemic social anxiety in everyday settings. Situations once routine—attending a meeting, chatting with strangers, dining with
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Introduction Burnout has long been a familiar specter in the workplace. Employees overwhelmed by impossible deadlines, excessive workloads, or unsupportive environments often report feeling drained, cynical, and ineffective. Psychologists term this constellation of symptoms traditional burnout. In the last decade, however, another form of exhaustion has crept into our lives: digital burnout. Fueled by our
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Modern life can feel isolating. Despite our constant digital connections, many people report feeling lonelier than ever. At the same time, stress, anxiety, and burnout are at all-time highs. Against this backdrop, a fascinating shift has emerged in mental health: the rise of collective healing practices. From traditional group therapy to trendy breathwork workshops and
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Clothes are often dismissed as superficial, but fashion is deeply psychological. It is about self-expression, identity, and sometimes even survival. Recently, a trend called dopamine dressing has emerged, built on the idea that your outfit choices can directly influence your mood. At first glance, it sounds like a TikTok fad. But when examined through psychology,
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Introduction Picture this: you’re studying for an exam, highlighter in hand, coloring your notes in neon yellow. Later, when you’re sitting nervously in the exam hall, you suddenly “see” that yellow highlight in your mind, and—voilà—you remember the exact formula you needed. Coincidence? Not really. Science suggests that color doesn’t just make the world pretty;
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Introduction One morning, you’re buttering your toast, and suddenly—you stop. Right there, staring back at you, is a face. Two perfectly browned “eyes,” a little nose-like dent, and even what looks like a crooked smile. Your logical brain knows it’s just breakfast, but your other brain—the ancient, pattern-loving part—whispers: “That’s a face.” Welcome to the
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A few years ago, every “cancellation” felt like a cultural moment. A celebrity was exposed, hashtags trended, brands dropped sponsorships, and Twitter (now X) went into meltdown. For many, calling out injustice online felt empowering—like the digital town square was finally holding the powerful accountable. But now? People are tired. A new scandal drops, and
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You open TikTok/Instagram/YouTube. There’s that one creator again—the one who always makes you laugh, inspires you, or makes you feel understood. You don’t actually know them, but you know their dog’s name, their favorite coffee order, and maybe even what their bedroom looks like. When a video drops, you feel like catching up with an
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