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Vultures
We are like the vulture. We come into the death of the world, allow the suffering of those struggling to ensue, and after the process of death is complete, we transmute the energy of that suffering. We have had our own suffering and have dove deep into the depths within ourselves so that we could be among the first of the collective to conquer pain that many have tried to avoid.
By Sarah Lynn Jones4 months ago in Psyche
The Value of Mental Health: Why Caring for the Mind Matters as Much as the Body. AI-Generated.
Introduction The phrase “the value of mental health” has been trending across the United Kingdom — and for good reason. In a world that moves faster every day, people are beginning to realize that mental health isn’t a luxury or an afterthought; it’s essential. While physical health has long been treated as a priority, emotional and psychological well-being are equally vital to living a balanced and fulfilling life.
By Fiaz Ahmed 4 months ago in Psyche
How Does Anxiety Treatment in Charleston Work?
Anxiety is something that a majority of people go through on a daily basis. It can be felt before you have an interview, talking to new people, or presenting a paper, etc. If you are suffering from anxiety and are a resident of Charleston, South Carolina, then this blog is for you. Read ahead to learn more about anxiety and its treatment options offered by psychiatrists in Charleston.
By Ankita Dey4 months ago in Psyche
Addiction : a brain disease not a moral failing
Addiction is defined as not having control over doing, taking, or using something to the point where it could be harmful to you. Previous to understanding the science, it was thought that addiction resulted from a lack of willpower and was a moral failing. But we now know that addiction is a physiological disease. It changes the brain's structure in ways that can alter the way it works and processes information.
By Mahboubeh Fallahi4 months ago in Psyche
when the brain gets stuck in survival mode
Traumatic experiences like abuse, assault, or witnessing violence or tragedy can leave people feeling constantly on edge. PTSD can impact your emotions, your stability, your relationships. Trauma can also have an impact on physical and mental health, and these are really common experiences for many people.
By Mahboubeh Fallahi4 months ago in Psyche
The Daily Crime Against Your Own Brain
Feed your brain junk long enough and it starts acting like a suspect under pressure—fidgety, unreliable, and ready to snap. That isn’t poetry. It’s what shows up in psychological evaluations, probation reports, and medical charts across professions and age groups.
By Dr. Mozelle Martin4 months ago in Psyche
Riding the Middle Wave
Ever notice how people love to pick sides? It’s like we’re constantly asked to choose between two waves: you're either riding left or right, red or blue, good or bad. But here's the thing—life doesn’t work in black and white. It's mostly paddling through gray. And that’s where the trouble starts when we fall into a sneaky little brain trap called dichotomous thinking.
By Tony Martello4 months ago in Psyche
The Houseplant That Outlived Me
The Houseplant That Outlived Me By Hasnain Shah I was bought for decoration. That is what I remember most clearly. A small green thing, bright and unassuming, placed in a chipped ceramic pot patterned with painted daisies. The cashier had smiled, said something like “Plants are good for the soul,” and slid me across the counter without realizing how much truth was hidden in her words.
By Hasnain Shah4 months ago in Psyche
10 Powerful Things to Tell Yourself Every Morning
Every morning you make an option that shapes the next 24 hours. Most people do not even realize this. They roll out of bed, hold their phone, and let the world control their mood. But the truth is that your first some thoughts set tone for your whole day.
By Smartwriter7864 months ago in Psyche
One Rainy Receipt
One Rainy Receipt The rain had been falling since morning — a slow, steady drizzle that made everything look blurred, softened, and somehow lonelier. Maya sat by the window, her fingers wrapped around a cup of now-cold coffee. The scent of rain mixed with the faint bitterness of espresso, and she thought about how silence had its own kind of noise — the quiet hum that fills the space when someone is gone.
By Abdul Muhammad 4 months ago in Psyche
