One of the universal needs that define human experience is the need for connection. Whether it’s with family, friends, or a significant other, the attachments you forge throughout life play a fundamental role in your sense of happiness and well-being. However, the way you look for and obtain these connections is different, depending on the … Read more
True happiness is a critical aspect of our well-being, according to the National Library of Medicine. But what is true happiness? And would we recognize in ourselves and others? As a society, we have developed the habit of judging a book by its cover… of taking things at face value and believing only what we … 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
Are you the type of person who always has thought-provoking ideas about how life really works or why humanity exists? Perhaps you get hyped up whenever you hear someone talk about innovative ideas, such as ways to get the economy back on its feet after a major recession? If so, you are probably a deep … Read more
When I first heard of compassion fatigue, I thought it was just another pretentious term for people who mismanage their emotional investments. I couldn’t have been more wrong. After some revealing discussions with a couple of friends who were all working in the medical field, my perspective changed significantly. But it wasn’t until I started … Read more
Curious about how compatible you are with your partner? Aside from trust, respect, and communication, most experts agree that compatibility is a big factor in achieving a healthy relationship. When you are compatible with the person you are with, you feel so much happier and content. But how do you measure compatibility? What are the … Read more
Often referred to as the leading cause of disability, depression has been on the rise in recent decades. Nobody knows exactly why… Some speculate it’s the result of rapid population growth. In other words, the more people you have in a community, the higher the number of individuals with depression. Others believe that abrupt (economic … Read more
It has happened to almost every woman: You are dating this new gorgeous, funny, attentive guy and the relationship is going great. But after a few weeks with the guy, you’re finding yourself in the middle of Sex and the City episode, in the role of Carrie looking all confused with Big’s behavior. Sounds familiar? … 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
Looking for a new way to understand the human mind without doing too much reading? Podcasts have become a very popular way to learn. Even health professionals are now using them as a medium to share their knowledge with the world. Thus, it is no surprise that many psychology and science experts have flourished online. … Read more