Feeling anxious, upset, or sad is a natural part of life. But when your thoughts keep circling the same problems, conflicts, failures, or worries without leading to a solution, you may be overthinking. Overthinking can look like replaying an argument and wondering how it could have gone differently, repeatedly revisiting something someone did to hurt … Read more
Bring Halloween’s darkest icons to life with movie killer and folklore monster coloring pages made for twisted coloring desires. Grab your colored pencils or crayons and meet the slashers, creatures, and creepy classics that make spooky season unforgettable. This post is divided into two major sections of Halloween coloring pages. First, the Movie Killers Coloring … Read more
Gratitude has been valued for centuries across cultures, philosophies, and religious traditions as a virtue that enriches both individuals and communities. While it was once discussed primarily in spiritual and philosophical settings, modern psychology has increasingly turned its attention to gratitude as a measurable practice that can positively influence mental, emotional, and even physical well-being. … Read more
Social media can feel like it takes over your life. You might notice yourself picking up your phone without thinking, scrolling through feeds when you meant to do something else, or feeling drained after spending time online. A social media detox is a period where you consciously step back from these platforms to regain control … Read more
Do you feel alone, even when you are surrounded by people? You are not alone in feeling lonely. According to a study from the loneliness experts at the University of Chicago, over half of all Americans feel lonely. That is a lot of loneliness out there. Many people feel alone. So what causes those feelings … Read more
Creating happiness is harder than you think – many of the activities you think will make you happier… do very little. Having money, a perfect family and great kids will not, by itself, intrinsically bring happiness. Many of the goals that people strive for are the same way. See what Daniel Kahneman, founder of Behavioral … Read more
Does doing the right thing make you happier? How do we even know what the “right” thing to actually is, in a world that seems to be slipping further into hatred, mistrust, and apathy on a daily basis? The answer to these questions might be to look back to the past, rather than forward to … Read more
If you want to succeed at anything significant in life, setting goals is essential. Goals are the roadmaps of our lives. They tell us where we are going. They give us a path to get there and may even point out the danger that lays ahead. Goals can even act as the “fuel” that powers … Read more
There is impressive science behind the theory of goal setting. This post is a sampling of the research on goal setting, in chronological order. This goal setting research list contains most of the high points on our understanding of the importance of goal setting found by scientists, psychologists and other researchers over the past 40+ … Read more
Performance or mastery? A simple change in perspective can be the difference between success and failure. Do you think of your goal in terms of doing better than others, or in terms of learning? The thought of doing better than others can be exciting and motivating. But the thought of doing worse can be unsettling. … Read more