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The Brain Doesn’t Act on Logic (It Acts on Voltage).
You can have the goal. You can have the plan. You can even feel deeply motivated. But still, you might not start. Not because you're lazy. Not because you're afraid. Not because you lack clarity.
By Nikesh Lagun7 months ago in Psyche
My Battle with Anxiety and the Words That Saved Me
Introduction: My Silent War with Anxiety For the longest time, I wore a smile like armor. To the outside world, I looked like I had it all together — a steady job, good friends, and a decent life. But inside, I was quietly falling apart. Anxiety wasn't just a feeling; it was a shadow that followed me everywhere — in crowded rooms, during sleepless nights, and even in moments that were supposed to be joyful.
By Mr.Sinan7 months ago in Psyche
A Quiet Page, A Quiet Mind
Let’s face it: Our lives are full of phone notifications, calls, deadlines, emergencies, and other obligations that can stress us out. Because of that, we need to find a way to calm ourselves and combat stress.
By Michael Levin7 months ago in Psyche
'5'Daily Habits That Helped Me Beat Anxiety Naturally
Anxiety used to control my day before I even got out of bed. My mind would race, my chest felt heavy, and I lived in a constant loop of “what-ifs.”
By Rayyan Joseph 7 months ago in Psyche
*Before the Universe, There Was Only One Thing — And Why Was It First?*
Before the stars blinked into the velvet sky, before oceans stirred or mountains rose, before the heartbeat of existence ever began — something came first.
By Sadaa-e-Lamakan7 months ago in Psyche
You’re Not Overreacting — You’re Just Finally Feeling Everything You Ignored for Years
You cried over something small. You got overwhelmed by a tiny change. You snapped when you’re usually calm. And then you thought —
By SHADOW-WRITES7 months ago in Psyche
Is a Life Free of Regrets Really What We Should Be Striving For?
The idea that the ideal life lived is one free of regrets is a philosophical position that most of us have been exposed to consistently and regularly from a very early age. It was preached as gospel in books, movies, television, and every other form of mass media by friends, peers, colleagues, presidents, kings, queens, prime ministers, and everyday Joes and Janes. The deathbed speech in which the dying person says “I have no regrets” with a smile on their face, as they take their last breath is a classic and highly cliched example. Basically the idea goes that when we die if we can honestly say that we have no regrets that means we had a good life. That does not imply that we had a perfect life or never made mistakes or only made good decisions. It only means that we recognize that even if some of our choices were less than ideal, we still accept them as a part of life and understand that sometimes what seem like bad choices may lead to good outcomes in unexpected ways. Essentially, that life is unpredictable and that we are fallible beings who don’t always do the right things. We do not regret the bad decisions we made, we accept them as a normal part of life and of being human. Importantly and most critically, if we could go back in time we would not change anything with respect to the decisions we made because ultimately it was the sum total of all those decisions and choices, both good and bad, that led us to where we are today, dying in our deathbeds thankful that we can honestly say we have no regrets.
By Everyday Junglist7 months ago in Psyche
"The Church was Empty, but I Heard a Voice"
The Church Was Empty, But I Heard a Voice The old church doors groaned under the weight of time as I pushed them open. The hinges whined like something long forgotten, like a memory trying to wake up. A wave of cold air swept over me as I stepped inside, carrying the scent of old wood, wax, and something faintly metallic—like forgotten tears.
By Dawood Ahmad7 months ago in Psyche
Title: Whispers in a Locked Room . Content Warning. AI-Generated.
The first time I almost told you I loved you, I blinked instead. One slow, deliberate blink—just long enough to hide a war behind my eyelids.
By muhammad shah7 months ago in Psyche
Beneath the Surface: Understanding Major Depressive Disorder
Introduction Depression is often misunderstood as simple sadness, a temporary cloud that will lift on its own. But for millions of people worldwide, depression is not fleeting—it is a constant, heavy presence that reshapes how they think, feel, and function. Among the most disabling mental health conditions, Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) is a complex and multifaceted disorder that reaches far beyond low mood. It is a condition that touches the emotional, cognitive, physical, and social dimensions of a person’s life. And while it remains one of the most prevalent psychiatric disorders globally, it is still surrounded by stigma, silence, and dangerous misconceptions.
By Siria De Simone7 months ago in Psyche
What You Should Know About How Long Fluconazole Stays in Your System. AI-Generated.
If you've recently taken Fluconazole for a fungal infection, you might be wondering just how long it lingers in your system. Whether you're managing side effects, planning other medications, or simply curious, it's important to understand how this antifungal works and when it clears out. As someone who's navigated their own share of medication related questions, I know how helpful it is to get clear, honest answers.
By Pierce Stone7 months ago in Psyche
The Addiction to Validation No One Talks About
The Silent Addiction That Controls Our Lives When we think of addiction, we usually picture alcohol, drugs, or nicotine. But there's a subtler, quieter addiction sweeping through society—one so normalized, we don’t even recognize it.
By Shoaib Afridi7 months ago in Psyche