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Emotions are one of the most fascinating and complex phenomena that the human brain can generate. In essence, human emotions are a quick and relatively rudimentary form of information processing that can play a significant role in many areas of your life. Emotions can prompt decisions, strengthen interpersonal relationships, signal potential threats to your physical … Read more
No matter what point we are at in life, most of us have a tendency to question things… sometimes more often than necessary. Still, if you’re asking the questions, you must be seeking something more. Even if you think you are happy… are you really? Are you living your life to your fullest potential? Taking … Read more
We all have our “couch potato” moments. I’m talking about those days when all you want to do is veg out in front of the TV or spend hours mindlessly scrolling through social media. Sometimes, we do it despite knowing there’s a list of tasks that need to be completed by the end of the … Read more
No person in this world is perfect, and while INFJ personality types are pretty amazing, they are not exempt. INFJs are like a purple unicorn… a rare personality who is deep, creative, logical, compassionate, and idealistic; but their environment and inability to grow as a person can compound their weaknesses, turning them into an unhealthy … Read more
Gaslighting is a term that comes up in conversations and articles related to narcissistic personality disorder (NPD). The manipulation practice occurs in different settings but is commonly seen in interpersonal relationships, such as work, family, and romantic relationships. I felt utterly betrayed and a plethora of other negative emotions after discovering someone I cared for … Read more
I’m an introvert, and if you don’t know what to look for, you’ll never know that I don’t like you. Okay, you probably won’t know I like you either, since I hide my feelings well and tend not to express myself aloud. Introverts are masters of “subtle,” and they hide the signs an introvert doesn’t … Read more
Every time someone asks me, “Are narcissists evil,” on my blog or podcast, I hesitate before answering. I know my emotions will cloud my judgment after having dealt with several narcissists over the course of my life. Somehow, narcissists are misunderstood as terrible people to avoid. It’s unfair because the tendency to exploit, manipulate, or inflict harm … Read more
There is a lot of information out there on parenting a child with ADHD or being an adult with ADHD. Surprisingly, however, it is rather difficult to find information on dealing with the frustrations and exhaustion associated with being married to someone with ADHD. Partners in this kind of relationship can easily become overwhelmed and … Read more
The concept of staring has different meanings based on where you are. While it’s considered rude to stare in the United States, it’s perfectly acceptable in many other cultures. There are many reasons why someone may stare in the U.S, without being rude. Maybe you’re at a party and someone is enamored with you. Of … Read more
Whenever I tell people what I do for a living, many of them begin to share their struggles or talk about the time they’ve been in therapy. Some even ask me for advice. It’s like the phrase “I’m a psychologist” has the magical power to turn a casual conversation into an impromptu therapy session. … Read more