Even if you feel comfortable and close to your boyfriend, you may be surprised to find that you are often self-conscious around them. This can show itself in many different ways.  Some examples of feeling self-conscious are constantly questioning your boyfriend, always wanting to spend time together, or feeling like they don’t love you or […]

Self-consciousness and self-awareness are two psychological concepts that are often used interchangeably, but they are distinct concepts that refer to different aspects of an individual’s understanding of themselves.  While both concepts relate to the individual’s ability to recognize themselves, their focus and implications differ.  In this article, we will discuss the similarities and differences between […]

Self-consciousness and insecurity are two psychological concepts that are often confused with each other. While they share some similarities, they refer to different aspects of an individual’s mental state.  In this article, we will discuss the similarities and differences between self-consciousness and insecurity. Also, we’ll explore whether it’s possible to be self-conscious and confident, examine […]

There are ways to change your life, and it can be done. One thing that most people don’t realize is that to make an impact on changing your life starts with small acts that grow over time.  While some may want instant gratification, that isn’t exactly how life works. When you work towards the ultimate […]

Your mind leads you in different ways. First, there is the conscious mind, which is where our logic and reasoning come from. Then there is the unconscious mind. This is where our emotions and fears reside.  Your mind works together to make sure you are always taking steps to survive. By working together, your mind […]

The human mind is a complex system divided into two parts: the conscious and the subconscious. While both play an essential role in an individual’s mental processes, they differ in their functions and influence behavior.  This article will explore the similarities and differences between the conscious and subconscious mind, examine which is more powerful, discuss […]

Humanity evolved as our mind began developing techniques that used fire and tools, and as the cognitive parts of the brain evolved to the size it is now, the mind began creating a sense of self. The brainstem, or “primitive functions computing center,” has been around since the beginning. Most animals on earth are limited […]

This is an issue that many face on a daily basis. It stems from the need to be safe; safety for early man was in numbers before we understood the use of tools and fire. To be a part of the group, you must behave like those in the group, most often the prominent members […]

There are experiences that happen all the time in life. Each change or experience is inevitable in life. Some experiences may be bad, but if you choose to see the silver lining, most of them will become good. Learn the best life-changing experiences, how they happen, and if it’s too late to experience one.   […]

There are all different types of audiobooks available on the market. Ranging in every genre department. We’re going to be talking about inspirational audiobooks today. What the best ones are on the market, why you should listen to them, and the best things that you can take away from them.   What are the Most […]

The social world is changing, and the male role is transitioning from the traditional male provide to females needing protection. This is not lost on today’s men debating what it means to be manly. Many generations grew up with men’s role being strong, emotionally and physically, to provide food and shelter and protection from threats […]

This starts with understanding where the need to be accepted, attractive, and part of the group comes from. It comes from our sense of safety in numbers, from the time we were prey to many of the prehistoric animals of the era. Today, our looks determine much about who we are as a person and […]

As humans transition into the adolescent phase of life, many changes will occur to the body, along with the starting stages of finding a personal identity and a sense of self. This will include how the voice sounds, what words are used, and how speaking can mold how people see you. This happens to most […]

To be to the point, self-consciousness is an evolutionary development that human brains acquire upon reaching the top of the food chain, then staying there. There is no healthy way to remove self-consciousness. Most of the time, being knocked unconscious is the only way to have this happen or sleeping. However, there are ways to […]

To start, a person must understand the concept of self-awareness, which can be defined as a conscious knowledge of one’s own character, emotions, drive, and desires. Developing a sense of one’s own actions and why one performs them will allow a mind to grow. For example, you will notice a change when you catch yourself […]

The definition of a Narcissist is an individual who has excessive self-interest or admiration of themselves. One of the side effects of this mental illness is the inability to understand or care about the feelings of others. Medically the brain lacks the proper connections for articulate brain synapsis, which can cause some of the behavioral […]

In the natural world, attraction is as important to an animal as the ability to survive. How else will you find a mate? As advanced animals of the earth, we still have the primitive parts of the brain that send us signals about attracting a mate. Humans have evolved to develop various cultures and ways […]

The funny thing about life is that nothing is guaranteed, and nothing is certain, and this includes the capacity for change at a moment’s notice. We all had the moment in our lives when things changed forever, whether it was the first time puckering up from a lemon or the first car accident. The truth […]

Many of those younger minds with a beat on the pop culture train will want to live a life of late nights and fast times. Many will carry this into their older years and adulthood, and some will seek a change in their lives. Waking up earlier in the morning, instead of staying out late, […]

There are many ways to change how you look at the world. The most effective will be to travel and submerge yourself in new cultures and ways of living. If you have reached a point at which you need out of your tribe or just a change of scenery, traveling will be the most effective […]

There are events in history that have changed humanity permanently, such as the Black Plague or the World Wars. Here, as the 2022 year comes to an end, there have been quite a few of those events in the past few years, including a Pandemic of global impact. Some will say to forget the bad […]

There is that classic saying that states that life is not fair, a statement that many do not like to hear but will know is the truth no matter what. Resentment is defined as bitter indignation at being mistreated, which happens to just about everyone at some point in their lifetime. The question refers to […]

Recently, psychological and sociological studies have discovered that social media has done a number on the confidence of the human population, leading to higher levels of depression. Many forms of motivation loss center around a depressive mindset or situation or heartbreak that takes time to mend from. This context is now shared. Next, think about […]

There are some of us that grew up with the idea that united humanity could create a reality of grandeur and mutual prosperity, holding humanity to a standard that not many can truly fulfill. This and other reasons, naturally, will propel a person to be optimistic about what humanity can be. You could have an […]

The truth is that even in childhood, blind to the troubles of the world, hard times strike during unplanned times. A perfect example would be the COVID pandemic and the complete shutdown of the world’s traffic and everyday living. Most of the toughest situations will be caused by natural disasters, weather-related and concerning natural and […]

When it comes to animal life on earth, there is a tendency to get comfortable with a routine or track of doing things. Humans will be subject to this same truth; we get so used to doing things a certain way that it becomes almost second nature to fall back into those habits. There is […]

Mental health is a tough balance of living and dealing with the negativity created by other people and situational events. Traumas and emotional stresses will become emotional blocks when it comes to looking at life in a positive way, even during the harder times in life. To speak to your reader, life is difficult, but […]

There are times when a writer experiences writer’s block, which occurs when a person gets depressed or distracted, or what have you. It takes time to work through the block, to find a new muse or spark of inspiration that lights the creative parts of you. If you have a loving family, then reaching out […]

When making decisions, doing something new can bring lots of fear. Feeling fear is a natural but overwhelming emotion, and it can lead to questioning whether you are doing something right or not. The question becomes paralyzing and can prevent you from moving forward. When deciding if something is right or wrong, you might wish […]

Ask yourself. Do I put myself second compared to everyone else? Am I overly considerate of how others will feel? Do I live my life for others? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you might let others control you and your life. So what do you do about it? When you let […]

Have you been wronged by someone recently? Perhaps a coworker ate your sandwich, or your sibling broke one of your prized possessions. There are many situations where we might feel angry, even after forgiving the ones responsible for our anger. It isn’t really possible to forgive someone but still hate them, no matter what kind […]

Have you ever taken a personality test online? Has date ever bombarded you with many questions to see if you may be compatible? These kinds of questions are meant to stop you from overthinking and simply give the answer that first comes to mind. These kinds of questions aim to take advantage of the time […]

Sometimes, we have people in our lives we think the world of. Yet, they might have helped us through horrible situations, made our days much brighter, or even given us hope for the future. We may think they are strong, smart, and beautiful. But, on the other hand, they may be someone we look up […]

Life gets the best of everyone. You may have important exams coming up, feel stuck in your life, or have faced a series of hard times. In those moments when anxiety, fear, and hopelessness have the best of you, it can be hard to see a brighter future. Some people have ways to help themselves […]

Some of the hardest people to deal with are the toxic people, especially the ones that like aggravating and upsetting people for what seems like life for fun. This can be degrading and energy-consuming to continually combat a person who slanders, insults, and attacks you night and day. The best way to reply is to […]

People will come into your life that aren’t fun to have around. They will provoke you and try to get you to react to what they are saying. Unfortunately, there isn’t much you can do about these people to get them out of your life, and you just have to deal with them. But constantly […]

This is going to be a very simple process that can take a lifetime to achieve, which can become arduous in nature. The first step is to begin simplifying your life, focusing on the activities that provide relief or positive feelings to arise when performing them. From there, the right friendships and professional relationships will […]

There are going to be many times, after a breakup or traumatic event, that you will want to become lost in those emotions or memories. The best thing to do is not dwell in the past but acknowledge the event that occurred and make the best of each next situation. Overthinking, in general, is unhealthy […]

There are going to be personality types that will want to please everyone. They are sometimes referred to as ‘people pleasers,’ and they cannot help but try and make everyone happy. The only issue is that not everyone wants to be happy or wants to be helped. The first step in removing oneself from the […]

Not every family gets along, and not every family has a witty way of dealing with everyday issues, but there are things an individual as a relative can do to protect themselves. One is knowing the benefits of mental health exercises, the benefits of staying positive, and the power of a healthy mind, even when […]

There are going to be plenty of different types of processes that will determine when a person should hold on or let go. This can be referring to a person, relationship, item, object, or vehicle to give you an idea of what is meant by ‘holding on or letting go. When it comes to a […]

There are not going to be perfect people everywhere you go, and this is most certainly the case in most families. There are some siblings that will take offense, become a black sheep, or are from a past marriage that will not be exactly like their relatives. In conclusion, these toxic traits can often be […]

There are going to be many times in a person’s life when they are faced with tough choices and experience traumatic events. As we grow older, it takes time to heal from the personal hurts and troubles that plague one’s minds. The first step in healing is acknowledging a problem that requires attention, which can […]

Life has three basic stages of understanding when it comes to the laws of attraction, love, and loss. The first is an innocent love that comes from mutual attraction and normally burns hot. You will hear songs of these kinds of relationships, but the truth is most do not end up lasting, and the sadness […]

To get back at your evil older sister, you may be considering enacting cruel revenge. This solution seems like the most obvious and easy answer. However, revenge is usually not the solution to any problem. While it may be tempting, there are often many consequences that people do not consider when it comes to taking […]

To not expect anything, you must first look inward. Expectations usually come from past experiences. These experiences can come from what has been expected of you in the past or what you think is normal to expect of others. These expectations can often be tainted, however. For example, if toxic expectations were held for you, […]

You can protect yourself from manipulation by keeping an eye out for the signs. Unfortunately, the signs of manipulation can be difficult to see and are often expertly covered up by the manipulator. These people take advantage of you at your low points, so they can be difficult to avoid. To best protect yourself beyond […]

We hear sentiments about how to treat someone and how we are treated a lot. We are told to treat others like we want to be treated or to treat other people better than they treat us. However, sometimes it can be hard to see why you should be the better person. This quote above […]

Starting to care again after a long period of apathy can be helped by a few things, such as self-care and small steps toward changing your mindset. Apathy is often caused by large amounts of stress and a lack of mental care to combat it. You can do several things to mitigate that and begin […]

You can change the way you think by practicing different methods such as affirmations, reframing, journaling, and surrounding changes. However, changing the way you think is a deeply personal journey and is different for everyone. It is important that this process be personal to you, allowing yourself to do what is needed to aid you […]

People often hesitate to give compliments or don’t voice the compliments they think. This often leads people to fish for someone to say something nice about them. Or, when someone does receive a compliment, they don’t know how to react. Giving compliments can be a joy for both the person giving it and the person […]

Fighting among siblings is inevitable. Whether for reasons like favoritism from parents to sibling rivalry and competition, there are times when one sibling will be mad at another sibling. More likely than not, there is a valid reason why your sister is mad at you that you simply haven’t realized yet. It’s also possible that […]

We see siblings in the media all the time. But unfortunately, they are usually very close or critical of each other, and it can be confusing to understand how siblings should act. While siblings don’t always have to be super close, having a very critical and toxic sister isn’t good either. This can lead to […]

It can be hard to handle it calmly when someone breaks your heart, even your daughter. However, that is exactly what you have to do. While showing how their actions and words affected you are good, and you don’t want to lash out and say heated things at the moment. Daughters are full of hormones […]

Brothers, whether older or younger, can be difficult to understand sometimes. For example, you may be close one day and then suddenly never talk again without knowing why. Sometimes this is due to issues or frustration, but it also just might be that your brother is in their head. Making an effort to open up […]

Whether it’s a relationship broken beyond repair or the loss of a loved one, many times throughout our lives, it is ingrained into the very fabric of our being. Holding on is often just as painful or even more painful as it hurts to let go. Unfortunately, there is an unhealthy notion that we can […]

In life, there is no hard and fast rule on what you should share with others. Some people may be more open to discussing things like your sex life, while you may have friends and family who want to help you with your problems. This can make it hard for people who tend to overshare […]

We can meet or simply encounter so many different people throughout our lifetime. Some of these people we can relate to, and some people we could be so completely different from. Whomever you meet in your lifetime, there’s always that one particular person you encounter who just understands you. What does it mean to meet […]

Family is the single most important thing in many people’s beliefs. Yet, while some people do share particularly strong bonds with those who are related by blood The sad truth is there is no end to dysfunctional families with unhealthy relationships between siblings and parents alike. One example is when your brother manipulates and controls […]

Siblings are usually a joy to have. There is a unique connection between brothers and sisters that few other relationships have, but they can also be a source of pain if siblings become estranged or cut ties completely. If your brother doesn’t want a relationship with you, it is possible to maintain some sort of […]

Is it possible to change your life in 6 months? Believe it or not, it can be done if you take action today. What’s the secret? How does one do it in 6 months? Those questions you are asking yourself now are valid because you’re ready for that change. We’ll tell you how to change […]

Have you gone through a life where you feel like things are for the worse? Or that things can’t change because it’s out of your control? That’s exactly what will happen to all of us. But, unfortunately, sometimes things are out of our control, and we can’t change them. Do you have a hard time […]

As we get older, we tend to appreciate the little moments more. There are many reasons that we appreciate the simple things in life when we are older.   Have you wondered why this happens as we age? Read on to see why it happens so you can better understand this phenomenon that happens with […]

As a parent, you often feel you know what is best for your daughter. But, even if that is the case, it doesn’t come across that way for your daughter. Due to the hormones and lack of a fully formed brain that come with teenage years, even the most sensible person is a little crazy […]

Sometimes being a younger sibling is great. You get a lot more slack from your parents than your older sibling or siblings did, and you can often do more. However, sometimes it is a bad place to be, as your siblings can use you as a verbal punching bag. Sometimes, this behavior is due to […]

Familial relationships are something most of us treasure throughout our lives. But unfortunately, this doesn’t mean that everyone experiences life in the same way, and sometimes the old saying is true – “the blood of the covenant is thicker than the water of the womb.” You may feel helpless after realizing that your sister is […]

We all have a personal philosophy on life, whether or not we think about it or know how to explain it. A personal philosophy is a set of values that influence our decisions. Deep down, we all have our morals that dictate how we live life. Realizing and coming to terms with your philosophy can […]

Have you read philosophy quotes before and felt inspired? There are so many meanings in life that people live by. Whether it’s something sentimental or a metaphor, we take the meaning to heart. Today we’ll show you the philosophical examples that you can follow, so read on to see what they are.   What Does […]

Have you recently experienced heartbreak? Perhaps you’ve broken up with a long-term significant other, or maybe a beloved family member has recently passed away. Whatever the reason, take a moment to recognize that your experience is valid and real. Each time we grieve can be unique, and we all process these times differently from each […]

Family is something many of us treasure as we look to foster our blood relations with brothers and sisters, but sometimes there are things that you just can’t agree on. When a family member like a brother wants to move in with you, there are many things you need to consider before giving a proper […]

Men get more than we think in a society so focused on stigma and stereotypes. While there is a push for equality amongst all genders, we can’t ignore the fact that we still separate traits based on masculinity and femininity. With that, men are typically assumed to have masculine traits. Then we get to the […]

To people, there are more things that are valuable than time. It could be attention, money, or even appreciation of life. For some, it could mean goals and priorities they set out for their lives. Do you often struggle to figure out what is more valuable than time itself? That’s okay because many people don’t […]

So you’re searching for your purpose in life, huh? Lately, you’ve been waking up and wondering why you do it at all. You go through the routine of work, eat, sleep, and sometimes you don’t even bother eating because what’s the point? Finding a purpose for going on can be one of the hardest funks. […]

Have you recently asked yourself this question? This question is common because it can lead one to believe that money can buy happiness. However, while money does make life easier, it doesn’t have an effect on your emotions. Can happiness win over money? That’s, of course, up to you. Do you need to know why […]

Time is more valuable than money because you can’t buy more time. Time is the one thing that no one can control. It’s the one thing that we all desire to have more of. Sometimes we desire to go back in time. If you have a hard time understanding why time is more valuable than […]

During our lives, we doubt ourselves. We doubt ourselves because of all the adversities that we go through. It can be with how we grew up, lack of self-confidence, or something that makes us doubt ourselves. But you should know that even though you doubt yourself sometimes, you should remember that you’re stronger than you […]

Have you ever been called not good enough? It could be because of poor performance or another reason. If you truly are not good enough, a name for this is called Impostor Syndrome. What is that? That’s what we’ll explore deeper in this post, so you can get an understanding of what it is.   […]

Moving forward is a part of life. A new day starts by moving forward. Opportunities happen by moving forward. So, if you’ve hit a snag in life where you feel you’re stuck in the past, you’re not alone.   Moving forward in life does not have to be hard. So if you’re having a hard […]

We live in a stressful and busy world today. This means we’ll sometimes get casted with doubts about our abilities. We’ll even question ourselves, “What if I’m not good enough” for that person, that job, or anything that requires you to be your best?   How do you cope with this? Why do you feel […]

Living for yourself is very important in this day and age. While you may find satisfaction being a people pleaser to others, eventually, you realize you aren’t living for yourself. At the end of the day, all you will have is yourself.   So, if you are in a situation where you want to learn […]

Whether it’s your boss or someone you know, sometimes they deserve praise for their leadership. In this post, we will discuss some powerful word phrases that will resonate with leaders.   We’ll also discuss what phrases not to use when describing a leader. So how do you do this? Read on below for some inspiration […]

Losing money can be a big deal to someone. Whether or not it’s their fault, it can have a damaging effect on self-esteem and security. Often, they would need someone to vent so that they can feel better about themselves. This is where you come in.   Giving words of encouragement is the best thing […]

Encouraging your friends to take care of themselves can be difficult, especially if they don’t always listen to you. It is possible to tell them how to care for themselves without seeming obsessive. Here are some ways to do it.   What Are the Best Self-Care Messages for Your Friend? Everyone should take care of […]

Some people are naturally chatty. They seem to know what to say. Then there are some people who struggle to find the right words. If that is you, it’s ok because we’ll discuss how to always know what to say.   Either for a friend, colleague, family member, or whoever, with these tips, you won’t […]

In everyone’s lives, there are stressful periods. Be it a life-altering event or day-to-day stress. How one person may deal with it is almost entirely different from another. This means that someone may need encouragement.   Often, it’s words that can cheer people up and brighten their day. But, do you know how to give […]

Deep thoughts can help us give the clarity that we need. By thinking deeply, we can weigh on decisions that may bother us. Being your best friend first is important because only you know what you think.   But, should we always be thinking deeply? What triggers deep thoughts? This post will tell you everything […]