addiction

The realities of addition; the truth about living under, above and beyond the influence of drugs and alcohol.

MY FAVORITE ALBUMS OF THE 2000s (THE AUGHTS) [PRISONERS OF CHILDHOOD?]. Content Warning.
1. AIMEE MANN, Lost in Space 2. The Dresden Dolls, The Dresden Dolls 1. AIMEE MANN, Lost in Space (2002) [grade: A+]
By ANTICHRIST SUPERSTARabout 24 hours ago in Psyche
The Tiny Night Habit That Stopped Me From Overthinking
Sleepless nights used to control my life. I would lie in bed, exhausted but wide awake. My body was tired. My mind wasn’t.
By Dadullah Danisha day ago in Psyche
The Chocolate Addiction We Don’t Talk About: Surviving the Final Days of a Job Sweetly
It does not matter as to whether or not you are a chocolate aficionado, or a sweet tooth seems to be genetically ingrained in you; or you can't stand chocolate, whether or not you are addicted to this popular cocoa indulgence that was once a form of currency (fun fact); the binge sessions (despite healthy magnesium levels) takes over at least a couple of days before ending a long tenure at a job, whether working for yourself on a freelance or contract arrangement, or for others.
By Justine Crowleya day ago in Psyche
The Witch and the Kind Girl
The stories we tell about "bad women" say more about us than about them When I was seven, my grandmother skipped the happily-ever-after.
By abualyaanart4 days ago in Psyche
The One Question That Changed How I See My Life
Overthinking used to control my life. Not in a dramatic way. Not in a way people could see. But inside my mind, it was loud.
By Dadullah Danish4 days ago in Psyche
When Reflection Feels Like Accomplishment
There is a subtle experience many people recognize but struggle to name: the feeling of having done something meaningful without having actually changed anything. It often follows long periods of thinking, talking, organizing, or refining ideas. The mind feels clearer. Tension feels reduced. There is a sense of closure or completion. And yet, when examined closely, nothing in the external world has moved. No decision has been enacted. No behavior has shifted. No responsibility has been embodied. What changed was internal orientation, not external reality.
By Peter Thwing - Host of the FST Podcast5 days ago in Psyche
Understanding Trauma is not About the Past…
"You cannot heal from trauma by understanding things intellectually"… Gabor Mate, Ennea Summit 2026. I've been lucky to come across a free 90 mins Webinar with Dr. Gabor Mate for the past three days. Available here: https://www.tylerzach.com/mh26/enneasummit
By Elizabeth Woods5 days ago in Psyche
🔐 How to Protect Yourself from AI-Powered Scams
A Practical 2026 Guide to Staying Safe from Deepfakes, Voice Cloning, and Intelligent Fraud Artificial Intelligence has revolutionized productivity, creativity, and communication. But in 2026, it has also revolutionized something darker:
By Ahmed aldeabella6 days ago in Psyche
🤯 Is AI Making You Less Intelligent?
How to Use Artificial Intelligence Without Losing Your Critical Thinking Skills Artificial Intelligence is no longer a futuristic concept — it’s a daily companion.
By Ahmed aldeabella6 days ago in Psyche
The Psychology Behind Why We Click 'Apply Coupon' (And How Retailers Exploit It)
Finding a working coupon code activates the same neural pathways your brain uses to evaluate any potential reward. That's not speculation.
By Pavlos Giorkas6 days ago in Psyche
🚨 Can You Really Trust AI Answers?
🚨 Can You Really Trust AI Answers? A Practical 2026 Guide to Protecting Yourself from Misinformation in the Age of Artificial Intelligence
By Ahmed aldeabella7 days ago in Psyche
She Chose the Soft Life — And Love Finally Felt Safe
She stopped chasing. Stopped proving. Stopped begging for clarity. And the moment she chose peace over passion… Love stopped feeling like survival.
By Ahmed aldeabella7 days ago in Psyche