anxiety
A look at anxiety in its many forms and manifestations; what is the nature of this specific pattern of extreme fear and worry?
Brown Eldest Daughter Syndrome: Carrying Expectations Since Birth
Let me just say this loud and clear for the people in the back: being the eldest daughter in a brown household is not a personality trait—it's a full-time job with no paycheck, no holidays, and no sick leave. Add in academic pressure, a global pandemic, and a slow-burning identity crisis, and you've got yourself a coming-of-age story no one asked for.
By Tavleen Kaur8 months ago in Psyche
Are Your Attachments Blocking True Soul Connections?
Attachments can feel like invisible strings. They pull you back. They keep you from feeling free. Most people want real soul connections. They want to feel close to others and live from the heart. But attachments often sneak in and block the way. They hang on without you even seeing them. You might feel stuck, lonely, or upset, and not know why.
By Light Divine8 months ago in Psyche
Battling Political Fatigue. Top Story - May 2025.
Has the news sucked the very life out of you? Do you find yourself scrolling on social media, desperate for any signs of radiant hope for the current state of our country, here in the United States? You may suffer from political fatigue! Like many of you, I feel the same way.
By Iris Harris8 months ago in Psyche
10 Signs You're Experiencing High-Functioning Anxiety
You seem like you’ve got it all together always on time, productive, reliable, and achieving your goals. But inside? There’s a storm of self-doubt, overthinking, and relentless pressure to be “enough.” Sound familiar? You might be dealing with high-functioning anxiety the silent struggle of many who appear calm on the outside but feel overwhelmed within.
By Fahad Khan8 months ago in Psyche
Living with High-Functioning Anxiety
From the outside, I looked like I was thriving. I never missed a deadline. My calendar was perfectly color-coded. I showed up early, answered emails within minutes, and never forgot a birthday. People called me "organized," "motivated," and "reliable." I wore those words like armor.
By shoaib khan8 months ago in Psyche
Why Do We Always Feel Tired, Depressed, Anxious, and Overthink?
In today’s fast-paced, hyperconnected world, an alarming number of people find themselves constantly feeling exhausted, mentally drained, anxious, and trapped in loops of overthinking. You might wake up feeling tired despite a full night’s sleep or experience a deep sense of emptiness even when life seems “fine” on the surface. Anxiety creeps in, overthinking follows, and you end up stuck in a cycle that feels impossible to break.
By Umar Khattak8 months ago in Psyche
