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Overeating is rarely about hunger alone. More often, it is about how we respond to discomfort. Stress, sadness, boredom, loneliness, or even subtle unease can feel intolerable in the moment, and food becomes a fast, reliable way to make those feelings quiet down. This pattern is closely tied to something psychologists call distress intolerance. Distress intolerance refers to the belief or felt experience that emotional discomfort is unbearable and must be escaped immediately.

Every January, the same message shows up everywhere. Most people will not stick to their New Year’s resolutions. Motivation fades. Why even try? From a psychological perspective, that narrative misses something important. New Year’s resolutions are not about perfection. They are about permission. Permission to pause, reflect, and intentionally choose what deserves your attention. Yes, research shows many people do not follow their resolutions for a full year. But nearly half

The idea that you become most like the five people you spend the most time with is not motivational fluff. It reflects how human behavior, identity, and even nervous system regulation are shaped through repeated social exposure. At the core is social learning theory. Humans do not learn primarily through instruction. We learn through observation. We subconsciously model the behaviors, emotional reactions, and belief systems of the people closest to us, especially those we see

Ever sit down to watch TV and suddenly realize three hours have gone by — and nothing else got done? Or maybe you plan to start a task, but the couch, your phone, or just the “comfort of now” keeps you stuck? You are not alone. What you’re experiencing is called transition inertia , and it’s one of the biggest hidden barriers to productivity. What is Transition Inertia? Transition inertia is the resistance your brain creates when switching from one activity to another, especi

In recent years, the line between personal coaching, wellness work, and mental health treatment has become increasingly blurred. Retreat leaders, life coaches, spiritual guides, and wellness facilitators are often offering trauma focused sessions, emotional healing experiences, or psychological interventions with little more than a completion certificate or short training as their credential. While many of these individuals are well intentioned, this trend raises serious ethi

Spoiler alert! If you have not watched the season finale of Stranger Things stop right here. This article contains major spoilers. Feel free to come back after you’ve watched Stranger Things in its entirety. One of the reasons Stranger Things relationships feel so intense is because they are not formed in normal circumstances. None of these characters fall in love during quiet everyday life. They connect while hiding, fighting, grieving, and surviving things no one else can

We live in a culture that is quick to label. Feeling energized one day and drained the next “I’m so bipolar.” Feeling irritable after a stressful week “My moods are all over the place.” While these phrases are common, they reflect a growing misunderstanding of what bipolar disorder actually is and an increasing tendency to pathologize normal emotional experiences. The truth is simple. Having highs and lows is part of being human. Bipolar disorder is something very different.

Most of us are not addicted to our phones in the way we think. We are conditioned. We reach for our phones out of habit boredom stress and emotional avoidance. It is automatic. In psychology this is called behavioral conditioning. Over time the brain learns that screens provide quick relief from discomfort whether that discomfort is loneliness anxiety or mental fatigue. The problem is that what soothes us in the moment often worsens how we feel long term. Why Too Much Screen

Most people do not notice this at first. It usually becomes clear after a stretch of feeling stuck or disconnected. Something is missing, and the instinct is to wonder why life is not delivering it. But eventually, it becomes obvious that very often, what we receive reflects what we put out. Think about friendships. A lot of adults feel lonely, yet no one is reaching out. People assume others are busy or uninterested, so they stay quiet. The problem is that almost everyone is

Let’s be honest. The holidays are not joyful for everyone. For some people, they bring up sadness, loneliness, stress, or a sense of emptiness that is hard to explain. And when everyone around you seems happy and busy celebrating, it can make those feelings feel even worse. If the holidays are hard for you, you are not failing at life or missing some secret to happiness. You are responding to a very emotionally loaded time of year. Why This Time of Year Hits So Hard The holid

Sometimes life can feel…weird. Not just “stressful” or “tiring,” but like you’re watching yourself from the outside, or like the world around you isn’t real. Your hands look strange, your voice feels distant, even familiar places seem dreamlike. If you’ve felt this way, you might be experiencing depersonalization or derealization . I want to be clear: these feelings are surprisingly common, and they don’t mean you’re “losing your mind.” Think of them as your brain’s way of pr

There’s a quiet truth many survivors wrestle with long after the world thinks the story is over: you can obey someone without ever agreeing with them. In trauma work, this distinction matters more than people realize. Compliance is often mistaken for willingness, participation, or even complicity. But anyone who has lived through coercion, manipulation, or fear knows that compliance can be a survival strategy—not a choice. And confusing the two can become one of the biggest e

It’s become the breakup buzzword of our generation: narcissist. Someone ghosts you? Narcissist. Someone stops trying? Narcissist. Someone breaks your heart and moves on faster than you can block them? Definitely a narcissist. Except… not really. Somewhere along the way, “narcissist” turned into a shortcut for “someone who hurt me.” And while it makes sense—we reach for labels to make sense of pain—it’s also a trap. It lumps ordinary human flaws in with a very real, very speci

Guillermo del Toro’s new Frankenstein  isn’t just a gothic masterpiece—it’s a psychological mirror. Starring Oscar Isaac as Victor Frankenstein and Jacob Elordi as the Creature, the film reaches beyond horror to explore the deepest layers of the human psyche: identity, guilt, loneliness, and the desperate need for connection. Del Toro has long described monsters as symbols of the soul’s hidden corners—the parts of ourselves we fear, repress, or deny. His Frankenstein  capture

Embarking on a journey of self-improvement is one of the most rewarding decisions you can make. Whether you want to sharpen your leadership skills, enhance your mindset, or simply find more clarity and balance in life, effective personal development workshops offer a powerful way to transform your life. These experiences blend practical learning with immersive activities, often set in inspiring environments that encourage growth and reflection. If you’re ready to step into a

Telehealth platforms have transformed access to mental health services, offering convenience and flexibility for patients and clinicians alike. Yet, many of these platforms charge high premiums to patients while paying their therapists very little. This imbalance creates a challenging environment for therapists, who often feel compelled to see back-to-back clients just to make ends meet. The result is overworked, burnt-out therapists and a decline in the quality of care patie

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