Psyche
An open conversation about mental health; stories, experiences, advice, real life. Psyche exposes the inner workings of the human soul, mind, and spirit.
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Society Often Teaches Us to Suppress Our Sad Feelings, Branding Them as Negative.. Content Warning.
Allow yourself the time to feel, process, and let go. What a journey we’ve traveled together. You can relate to that pain that appears out of nowhere and wants to linger in our minds. Once fear moves in, it takes root—spreading doubt, loneliness, and confusion It’s that kind of pain that overtakes your mental health, gradually making a home within you. Your thoughts can create a space filled with fear, a feeling that we often cling to because it’s the one our minds use against us—leading to a fierce battle between your thoughts and your feelings. It’s a struggle no one wants to lose, yet losing yourself feels like an ever-present threat. Isn’t that a trick life plays on us?
By Johana Torres7 days ago in Psyche
Christmas is Not Always “Beer and Skittles”
If you find the holiday season challenging, you’re not alone. I have never been a big fan of Christmas. I have always found it a bit pretentious. It is a time for kids, really. I have not had kids in my life, so the "children's influence" around this time of year doesn’t occur.
By Calvin London17 days ago in Psyche
The Hidden Costs of Hustling
People do not need to be reminded of the murky, colourless and dull picture of what burnout resembles, of either 'taking on too much' or 'hustling too hard.' I truly get it. Burnout is real for both entrepreneurs and employees alike; and when we push our bodies to the brink - aches and pains, and perhaps a few viral infections and mental exhaustion (only to name) come knocking on your domain. And these pesky guests do not give two hoots as to whether or not they are invited to the party - let alone into your own personal space. Life is expensive, and it is only becoming more commonplace and familiar. It is important to put in the effort, yet that effort needs to be inspired. It does not matter what line of work you engage in, provided you are in the flow. The healing starts with you in getting to the bottom of your trauma and inner child. Doing the inner work.
By Justine Crowley29 days ago in Psyche
Breaking Free From Trauma. Content Warning.
Do you believe that we are put on this earth for a reason? You don't have to be spiritual to believe. I believed in something more when I was growing up. It was my way of surviving my childhood as a sex-offender's daughter.
By Elizabeth Woods29 days ago in Psyche
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Most recently published stories in Psyche.
Why Decluttering is a Journey - Not a One Time Fix
Beyond our stuff, material goods and possessions; there is more to decluttering our homes and personal space than simply asking the question as to whether or not each and every item in your home sparks joy. I am in awe of Marie Kondo and other minimalists who share and inspire in a noisy world of obsession and wanting more, more, and more each and every single day; yet the items in our home can cut beyond skin deep. The key is to also take inspiration from Jerry Seinfeld, and not allow our homes to be garbage processing centres, the latter of which anyone reading this article does not want. Read on.
By Justine Crowleyabout 9 hours ago in Psyche
Trying to get back to full-time work whilst recovering from depression
There is a particular kind of silence that follows depression; it’s the absence left behind when your old life no longer fits and the new one hasn’t quite formed yet. That’s why I often compare depression with the state of metamorphosis.
By Susan Fourtané about 11 hours ago in Psyche
Toxic Movie Explained: Why This Film Feels Uncomfortable
Some films entertain. Some distract. And then there are films that sit with you long after the screen goes dark. The toxic movie falls into that last category. It is not easy to watch, and it does not try to be. From the first scenes, there is a quiet discomfort that grows with every moment. Characters make choices that feel wrong, yet familiar. Conversations feel heavy, even when nothing dramatic is happening. Viewers often finish the toxic movie feeling unsettled, unsure whether they liked it or not. That reaction is the point. This film forces us to look at harmful behavior, emotional control, and silent damage in ways that feel deeply personal. It asks us to notice what we often ignore in real life.
By Muqadas khanabout 15 hours ago in Psyche
The Algorithmic Fragmentation of Cognition
Whitman Drake The contemporary media ecosystem is increasingly structured around algorithmic environments engineered to maximize user retention through high-velocity, behavior-responsive reinforcement schedules. Short-form video platforms such as TikTok and Instagram Reels exemplify this shift, replacing narrative continuity with rapidly sequenced fragments of audiovisual stimuli. This paper examines the neurological, psychological, and cultural implications of this transition for individuals under the age of thirty, a cohort whose cognitive development has unfolded within the architecture of digitally mediated attention. Drawing on research in neurobiology, behavioral economics, and media theory, the argument developed here is that the dominance of short-form, algorithmically curated content has contributed to a weakening of sustained attentional capacity, particularly as it relates to engagement with long-form narrative formats such as literature and cinema. What emerges is not merely a change in entertainment preference, but a structural reorganization of cognitive style (Hayles, 2007).
By Whitman Drakea day ago in Psyche
How Partial Hospitalization Treatment Works in Your Area. AI-Generated.
When someone is struggling with mental health or substance use challenges, finding the right level of care can feel overwhelming. Not everyone needs 24/7 inpatient treatment, but traditional outpatient therapy may not be enough. This is where Partial Hospitalization Treatment, commonly known as PHP, becomes an effective and balanced option.
By Jordan Blakea day ago in Psyche
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