Faraz

Joined February 2022

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I am psychology writer and researcher.

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Is Forgiveness a Moral Duty?
Not long ago, I watched a friend press “send” on an apology text to a sister he hadn’t spoken to in eight years. His thumb hovered for a full minute before the blue bubble launched, part courage, part terror. Minutes later the three dots appeared. Then came her reply: “I’ve missed you every single day. Let’s talk.” He stared at the screen as if it were showing him the northern lights: stunned that something so bright could fit inside a small device.
By Faraz5 months ago in Longevity
The Night the Streetlight Flickered
At 2:17 a.m. the city was quiet, too quiet, until a single streetlight outside my window blinked twice and died. In that stutter of darkness an uninvited thought arrived:
By Faraz6 months ago in Longevity
What Lives in the Silence
A Poem for My Mother I never told you how the sky looked when I got the call. I was in a different time, a different land,
By Faraz7 months ago in Chapters
The Bikini Ticket: A Snapshot of Italy's Awkward Romance With Freedom
I was scrolling mindlessly through a vintage photography archive when I stumbled upon something that stopped me in my tracks, a black and white photograph of an Italian police officer issuing a ticket to a woman wearing a bikini.
By Faraz8 months ago in History
The Silent Genius of Hedy Lamarr
When history whispers the name Hedy Lamarr, many picture a dazzling actress, crowned "the most beautiful woman in the world." They see the glittering gowns, the silver screen, the unshakable poise. But few know that behind those legendary eyes lived a mind that would change the course of the future, not through film, but through innovation, compassion, and an act of invisible heroism.
By Faraz9 months ago in Humans
Why We Can’t Eat and Drink Like Wild Animals Anymore
Every now and then, someone asks a question so simple that it stops you in your tracks. One of those questions recently came from a post by Karl Jansson:
By Faraz9 months ago in Humans
The High Price of Beauty: A Transaction That Fails Over Time
Recently, I stumbled upon a post that caught my attention. Not because it was loud or provocative, but because it exposed a hidden truth we often choose to ignore. A young Swedish woman, proud of her extraordinary beauty and irresistible charm, posted an anonymous ad on Craigslist. She was searching for a husband, but not just any man. Her requirements were specific: he must earn over $500,000 annually and meet a list of other conditions.
By Faraz9 months ago in Longevity
What Are the Desires of Women?
There is something incredibly powerful about the heart of a woman. Not because she is loud. Not because she demands attention. But because she feels everything with a depth most people can't begin to understand. Her silence speaks. Her eyes carry stories. Her heart carries generations of love, pain, strength, and hope.
By Faraz9 months ago in Humans
The Intimacy of Being Understood
There’s a soft kind of magic in being understood. Not the surface-level kind where someone nods while you speak or says, “I get it” out of politeness, but the deep, soul-touching kind. The kind that makes your chest feel lighter, your thoughts quieter. It doesn’t happen often, but when it does, it stays with you like the scent of someone you love on a piece of clothing.
By Faraz9 months ago in Psyche
12 Dark and Eye-Opening Psychology Facts
The human mind is a mysterious, powerful, and often disturbing place. Beneath the surface of everyday behavior lie truths most people ignore or never speak about. Psychology doesn’t just explain how we think—it reveals what we desperately try to hide, even from ourselves. These aren’t feel-good facts. They’re raw, uncomfortable, and sometimes unsettling. But once you confront them, you’ll start to see people, and yourself , with a level of clarity most never reach.
By Faraz9 months ago in Longevity
Quietly Brilliant: Why Introverts Are the Unsung Superheroes of Our Time
The world often rewards the loudest voices in the room, mistaking noise for leadership and constant engagement for confidence. Meanwhile, introverts move through life with grace, reflection, and quiet strength, offering depth in a society that celebrates surface. It’s time to break the myth that only the bold and boisterous succeed. Introverts carry a powerful presence that may not shout for attention, but it leaves an undeniable mark. Here’s why the quieter half of the population might be the world’s most underestimated force.
By Faraz9 months ago in Longevity
Beneath the Surface: The Untold Magic of Flathead Lake
There are lakes, and then there is Flathead Lake. A place where nature seems to have paused to admire its own perfection. Located in northwestern Montana, Flathead Lake is more than just a picturesque destination. It is home to what is considered some of the clearest freshwater on Earth. It offers a glimpse not just into water, but into a living mirror that reflects the sky, the mountains, and something deeper—our human fascination with untouched beauty.
By Faraz9 months ago in Earth