anxiety
A look at anxiety in its many forms and manifestations; what is the nature of this specific pattern of extreme fear and worry?
Voices in the Walls of Apartment 407
I never believed in ghosts. In fact, I laughed at people who did. That was before I moved into Apartment 407. It was the start of winter when I shifted into the small two-bedroom flat in the heart of the city. The rent was suspiciously cheap for the area, but the building manager simply shrugged and said, “The last tenant moved out in a hurry. You know how people are.” He handed me the keys and avoided eye contact.
By Mehtab Ahmad6 months ago in Psyche
“High-Functioning Anxiety: When Success Hurts”
✨ On the Outside, They Look Like They Have It All Together... She’s the one who never misses a deadline, always shows up early, responds to emails instantly, and seems endlessly productive. He’s the guy with the perfect résumé, always calm in meetings, always one step ahead. They’re achievers. Planners. Go-getters. From the outside, it looks like they're thriving.
By Shoaib Afridi6 months ago in Psyche
Psychological Fear
Introduction: The Silent Puppeteer of Our Minds Fear is more than just a reaction to danger—it’s an invisible scriptwriter dictating our choices, relationships, and even our potential. Unlike instinctive fear (like jumping away from a snake), psychological fear is subtler, more insidious. It’s the voice that whispers:
By its_ishfaq_ahmad6 months ago in Psyche
Always Connected,Still Alone:The Silent Epidemic of Digital Loneliness. AI-Generated.
They liked your post. They commented with a heart. They even shared your story. But when was the last time someone actually asked how you were doing—and stayed to hear the real answer?
By Nowshad Ahmad6 months ago in Psyche
The Silent Battle of Overthinking: How I Escaped the Loop and Found Inner Peace
I remember a time when my mind felt like a chaotic city at rush hour, even in the dead of night. Every decision, every conversation, every tiny interaction would replay on an endless loop, analyzed from every angle, picking apart what I should have said or done. "Did I sound stupid?" "What if that person meant something else?" "I should have worked more today." This wasn't just occasional thought; it was a constant, exhausting internal monologue that stole my peace and left me feeling drained and anxious. Maybe you've felt it too – that overwhelming tendency to overthink everything, to drown in a sea of "what ifs" and "should haves" that keeps you from truly living in the present. This article isn't about magical cures; it's about my journey through that silent battle, and the practical steps I discovered to break free from the endless loop and embrace a genuine sense of peace.
By Reality Broo6 months ago in Psyche
The Power of Inner Love in transforming Your Neurodivergent Struggles into Your True Neurodivergent Potential is Real
I am Tara—born as a neurodivergent, an ADHDer and Autistic woman in my 40s. The struggles are real and physiological. But from my healing experience, I now know: healing is just as real—and just as physiological.
By Neurodivergent-Soul2Soul6 months ago in Psyche
The Illusion of Infinite Funds: Why Credit Cards Make Us Feel Richer Than We Are. AI-Generated.
The Illusion of Infinite Funds: Why Credit Cards Make Us Feel Richer Than We Are You walk into a store “just to look.” A shirt catches your eye. It’s not on sale, but it feels like it should be yours. You hesitate — until you remember your credit card. You tap, the machine beeps, and in two seconds, the item is yours. No pain. No friction. No cash visibly leaving your hands. For a fleeting moment, you feel powerful. Free. Limitless.
By Ahmet Kıvanç Demirkıran6 months ago in Psyche
Behind the Smile: Unmasking Social Anxiety in a Performative World. AI-Generated.
Behind the Smile: Unmasking Social Anxiety in a Performative World There’s a certain kind of silence that screams louder than words. It’s the silence of a mind racing before a conversation starts. The hesitation before a phone call. The practiced smile that hides a pounding heart. In a world obsessed with extroversion and constant interaction, social anxiety is the invisible weight many carry — often alone.
By Ahmet Kıvanç Demirkıran6 months ago in Psyche
