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The Science of Loneliness: Why We Feel Alone Even in a Crowd. AI-Generated.
Introduction You’ve probably experienced this before: standing in the middle of a party, surrounded by laughter, conversations, and music yet feeling an emptiness inside, as if you don’t belong. This is loneliness in its rawest form. It isn’t just about being physically alone. It’s a psychological state that can strike even when we are surrounded by people.
By Muhammad Hussain5 months ago in Psyche
Become Radically Divergent
(Originally posted in https://yushanchen.substack.com/p/becoming-radically-divergent) Chaotic, forgetful, overthinking, reckless, emotionally explosive – these are just some things that I described myself (and how my parents saw me) back in the day.
By Yu-Shan Chen5 months ago in Psyche
Returning to My Multitudes
When I was a child, I lived in a universe inside my own head. It wasn’t daydreaming, not really. It was inhabiting. I could slip into stories, into fantasies, into whole constructed lives with ease. One day I was a magical princess, the next a singer, the next the President of the United States. I didn’t just imagine them - I was living them. Entire days would pass with me moving through these roles, narrating scenes, improvising dialogue, and watching the internal movie unfold.
By Danielle Katsouros5 months ago in Psyche
Born Again. Top Story - August 2025.
What could possibly be more pleasant for eternity than nonexistence? No harm; no fouls. No problem. I figure I didn’t exist for 13.8 billion years and don’t recall one moment of it being ever being an issue—that is, since moments actually began way back then.
By Gerard DiLeo5 months ago in Psyche
How Journaling Helps Reduce Stress and Anxiety
Stress and anxiety can quietly take over, often before you realize how much they’ve been weighing you down. The racing thoughts. The constant what-ifs. The pressure to keep it all together while feeling like you’re falling apart inside. In moments like these, journaling can be more than just writing on paper—it can become a powerful tool for emotional release, clarity, and control.
By Richard Bailey5 months ago in Psyche
The Hidden Effects of the Labobo Toy on Humans
The Effect of Labobo Toy on Humans: More Than Just Playtime In recent years, the Labobo Toy has gained immense popularity across social media platforms, often praised for its quirky design, interactive movements, and stress-relieving nature. While at first glance it may seem like just another viral gadget, its growing influence has sparked curiosity about the effects it has on human psychology, emotions, and social interaction. Let’s explore how this playful invention is shaping human behavior and well-being.
By Hasbanullah5 months ago in Psyche
Attachment Styles and Coping: Insights from Ukrainian Adolescent Research (2024)
Why This Research Matters Attachment theory and resilience are well-known concepts in psychology. Yet when it comes to Ukrainian adolescents - especially in the context of war and displacement - empirical data is still scarce. My 2024 research project revealed a crucial nuance: attachment styles do not directly determine resilience levels, but they strongly shape the coping strategies adolescents use under stress.
By Daria Barabash5 months ago in Psyche
Addicted by Design
Every day, millions of us tap open our favorite apps—liking photos, scrolling through memes, sharing stories. It feels harmless, even fun. But behind the endless feeds and filters lies a hidden truth: these platforms aren’t designed to empower us. They’re designed to control us.
By Shehzad Anjum5 months ago in Psyche
The Weight of Exams
In the quiet valleys of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, where poverty is heavy but hope still lingers, lived two brothers — Nabil and Sami. They were not just siblings; they were each other’s shadow, carrying the same dreams, the same burdens, and eventually, the same fate.
By Shehzad Anjum5 months ago in Psyche
The Paradox of Choice: Why Having More Options Makes Us Unhappier. AI-Generated.
Introduction: Imagine standing in a supermarket aisle with hundreds of cereal boxes lined up in front of you. Different flavors, sizes, health claims, and price tags scream for your attention. At first glance, it feels empowering you have the freedom to choose. But as you reach for a box, a strange feeling creeps in: What if I’m making the wrong choice? What if the one I didn’t pick was better?
By Muhammad Hussain5 months ago in Psyche
