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Dear Bullies, Here's What You Don't Know About Me.
I have tasted the pain of invisibility like it was the only being known, Through the budding years of my existence, I sat through the corridors forlorn,
By Hridya Sharma11 months ago in Psyche
Meet Your Younger Self: The Viral Exercise Transforming Lives Everywhere
There is something strangely powerful about looking back at the person you used to be, not in a way that brings regret, but in a way that opens the door to understanding, healing, and self-compassion. Right now, thousands of people are engaging in a simple yet deeply moving exercise where they sit down—mentally, of course—with their younger selves over a cup of coffee. It sounds almost too simple, but those who have tried it swear by its transformative effect.
By Ojo11 months ago in Psyche
The Procrastination Trap: Why We Delay and How to Break Free
You have am important task to complete. You know it needs to get done. You even tell yourself, "I'll start in five minutes." Yet, an hour later, you're still scrolling through social media, watching YouTube videos, or cleaning your desk—anything but the task itself. Sound familiar?
By Ahmet Kıvanç Demirkıran11 months ago in Psyche
Narcissism As A Personality Disorder: An Ego Trap
Narcissistic personality disorder (NPD) is a mental health condition characterized by an inflated sense of self-importance, a deep need for admiration, and a lack of empathy for others. It is part of the "dark triad" of personality traits, alongside Machiavellianism and psychopathy.
By Ninfa Galeano11 months ago in Psyche
The Social Media Paradox: How It Shapes and Controls Us. AI-Generated.
Are We Controlling Social Media, or Is It Controlling Us? In the last two decades, social media has become an inseparable part of modern life. We wake up and check our phones before even getting out of bed. We scroll mindlessly through feeds during lunch breaks. We seek validation through likes, comments, and shares.
By Ahmet Kıvanç Demirkıran11 months ago in Psyche
Why Some People Wake Up at 3 AM for No Reason
Your eyes snap open. The clock reads 3 AM. The world outside is silent, but your mind? Wide awake. It is not just a one-time thing either. This middle-of-the-night wake-up call keeps happening, leaving you drained when morning comes. What is going on? Why does your body insist on cutting your sleep short at the same time every night? The answer lies in sleep cycles, hormones, and the sneaky habits that sabotage deep rest.
By Ojo11 months ago in Psyche
Chrysalis of the Mind: Breaking, Unfolding, Becoming. AI-Generated.
Breaking, evolving, and discovering the limitless self. There was a time when I believed that the mind was a rigid structure, built upon the foundation of childhood experiences and shaped by the ceaseless pressures of life. I was wrong. The mind is not a fortress; it is a chrysalis. And when the time comes, it must break apart to make way for something new.
By Ahmet Kıvanç Demirkıran11 months ago in Psyche
My Experience with Depression: How I Overcame the Darkest Moments
Depression is not just a bad mood or temporary fatigue. It’s a state that seeps into every part of your body, leaving you in emptiness. I went through this, and for me, depression was a real challenge. In this article, I want to share my personal experience of battling depression, how I learned to cope with it, and how treatment helped me regain control over my life.
By with love Ashley 11 months ago in Psyche
How to Identify a Sociopath or Psychopath: 15 Warning Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore. Content Warning.
Sociopaths and psychopaths often appear attractive, intelligent and even charismatic - but behind the mask, they can be Very manipulative, deceitful, and dangerous. Whether personal relationships, workplaces, or in society, failing to recognize their symptoms can cause emotional, financial and even physical damage.
By Diana Crooks11 months ago in Psyche
a kindle inspired breakdown. Runner-Up in The Metamorphosis of the Mind Challenge. Top Story - March 2025. Content Warning.
I'm not much of a crier but I used to be. I tell my counselor and my mental health nurse that quite often, when I am sharing emotional stories with them, I just cannot breakdown and cry. I even asked if it was my medication that I am on that just makes me unable to cry. My psychiatrist told me that sometimes we just build up emotional walls to certain things and when that wall breaks- you need to be prepared for it.
By Chloe Rose Violet 🌹11 months ago in Psyche
Shouting into the Void
Let's cut to the chase: I feel defeated. I know writing is supposed to be something I do for me. I used to love it—the way words fit together, the way a story could take shape out of nothing. It brought me joy, and I believed in it. I believed I could create something that mattered, whether that meant making someone smile, making them think, or even just making them feel a little less alone.
By Shelby Larsen11 months ago in Psyche
Reinventing Yourself
In the first article of the "Lazy Hustler" Series, we learned about the necessary skills to reinvent yourself. Now, let's take a look at some core principles:
By Naveen Keola11 months ago in Psyche