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Weight of Unspoken Things
Have you ever swallowed your truth so many times that silence begins to feel safer than honesty? What's your why? For a long time, expressing myself felt like stepping into dangerous territory. Territory guarded by expectations, traditions, and unspoken rules I never agreed to but still inherited.
By MB | Stories & Moreabout a month ago in Psyche
Setting Guilt-Free Boundaries
Boundaries are not intended as a sole mechanism to avoid people pleasing, trauma, confrontation, and/or discomfort. Not all boundaries are healthy. Healthy boundaries send out a powerful message to the world that you truly care about yourself. That you matter. That you are putting yourself first - even if it is only for a change to begin with. That is a powerful start. That is the ultimate level of self-care. This is not a luxury in this stone age. This is a necessity. Then again, rock music group Nirvana (adequately put) sang out loud to "come as you are."
By Justine Crowleyabout a month ago in Psyche
People Who Love Silence Are Often the Most Intelligent, Psychologists Say
There’s a stereotype that the quiet kid in the corner is awkward, shy, or hiding something — but psychologists and personality researchers have a different take: people who crave silence often do so because their minds are busy, deep, and efficient. Loving silence doesn’t automatically make you a genius, but a preference for calm environments commonly lines up with cognitive traits that support creativity, concentration, and reflective thinking.
By Mustafa2 months ago in Psyche
The Month Everyone Gets Wrong About Suicide
The public conversation around suicide repeats a mistake every year. As soon as December hits, social media fills with somber graphics, dramatic pleas, and emotional declarations insisting that the holidays are the most dangerous time for suicidal behavior. The message is well-intended, but it is wrong. The data has been stable for decades.
By Dr. Mozelle Martin | Ink Profiler2 months ago in Psyche
Anxiety... Autism... or both?. Content Warning.
I've been having a lot of meltdowns and shutdowns in this past year. It's been almost 9 months since I was diagnosed with autism. It was an expensive diagnosis that has honestly been more problematic than helpful (but hopefully that will change soon).
By The Schizophrenic Mom2 months ago in Psyche
Dear Men: It's Okay to Cry. Content Warning.
Several months ago, I wrote a story about MLB All-Star Jarren Duran and his struggles with his mental health. There was a docuseries in 2024 where he discussed his suicide attempts in 2022. Besides the homophobic slur he uttered towards a fan that occurred in August 2024, which I still hold him accountable for, I was empathetic towards his plight and also commended him for being open and honest about his personal battles. Many people believe that athletes have perfect lives, but in reality, there's no such thing as a perfect life. In fact, it doesn't exist. At the end of the day, they're regular people just like us and go through hardships. You never know what goes on behind the scenes in their lives.
By Mark Wesley Pritchard 2 months ago in Psyche
Accepting Limits. Top Story - November 2025.
Many of us are told... We can be anything that we want to be... If you can dream it, you can do it... The sky is the limit.
By Dr. Cody Dakota Wooten, DFM, DHM, DAS (hc)2 months ago in Psyche
Why Girls Freeze for Attention
Every football season, the same scene repeats. The temperature drops, the wind cuts through the stands, and most people are dressed like they understand how hypothermia works.
By Dr. Mozelle Martin | Ink Profiler2 months ago in Psyche
The Hidden Dangers of Social Media: How It’s Secretly Impacting Our Mental Health
The Dark Side of Social Media: How It's Affecting Our Mental Health In today’s digital age, social media has become an inseparable part of our lives. Whether it’s staying in touch with friends, following the latest trends, or even doing business, social platforms have woven themselves into the very fabric of modern society. However, while social media offers numerous benefits, there is a growing concern about its impact on mental health.
By The Insight Ledger 2 months ago in Psyche
Like Without Reading: The Psychology Behind Our Scroll-and-Tap Habits. AI-Generated.
Introduction We scroll, we like, we move on. But how often do we actually read the posts we like? In the age of infinite content, liking has become a reflex - not a reflection. This article explores the psychology behind this behavior and how social platforms and our brains conspire to reward reaction over reflection.
By Asher Vane2 months ago in Psyche
Insanity Defense.....????
While reading a post, I came across a topic that I found extremely interesting to share with you. Are you aware of the laws that exist for people with severe mental health issues? This law is called the “insanity defense,” the “not guilty by reason of insanity” (NGRI) plea. The insanity defense is used when the defendant pleads “not guilty by reason of insanity.”
By Neha 2 months ago in Psyche
The Dark Side of Human Nature: Understanding the Psychology of Evil
The human mind is capable of extraordinary acts of compassion and kindness, but it is equally capable of darker, more destructive forces. Throughout history, humanity has witnessed events that seem beyond comprehension—acts of cruelty, violence, and manipulation that often leave us questioning the nature of good and evil. Is the human mind inherently evil, or are these actions a result of social, psychological, and environmental factors? In this article, we will explore the psychology of evil, understanding its roots, its manifestations, and how it plays out in everyday life.
By Amanullah2 months ago in Psyche