The first thing that comes to mind when considering what makes relationships special is usually big moments weddings, anniversaries, or grand gestures. But the actual magic happens in the small everyday rituals that quietly commu…
When most people hear "self-improvement," they envision sweeping change hitting the gym every day, dropping social media, or making a drastic career change. Julia was no exception. She used to fantasize about changing h…
We all wish to be happy. But faking it when you're not can subtly damage your mental well-being. Many of us have been instructed to "keep smiling"or "fake it till you make it," but the latest research indi…
New studies are shedding light on the way narcissistic leaders are able to maintain power despite the fact that their conduct produces toxic, stressful workplaces. Individuals high in narcissistic tendencies tend to desire consta…
Psychopaths are notorious for their charm, manipulation, and emotional game playing. They employ these to manipulate and lie to others, usually leaving their victims in confusion and shattered into pieces. Their talent for lying …
Do you ever ask yourself how large the age gap actually is between partners worldwide? A huge global study has finally come in and answered the question about age gaps in relationships and the findings may shock you. Age Gap Rela…
Dogs are man's best friend. There is a reason why. A new study at the University of Brighton has shown just how much our furry friends can enhance our lives from providing us with structure to making us happy every day. Resea…
Everyone wishes to leave a legacy, but real impact isn't made by pursuing gigantic, world-altering objectives, it is made by living with everyday purpose. There are actually two kinds of purpose in life: Big Purpose (Big P): …
October is not just a season of fallen leaves and sharp air, it's a season that shows us great things about life, change, and perseverance. Henry David Thoreau once referred to October as "the month for painted leaves&qu…
What truly ensures a relationship's longevity? Love, trust, and attraction are commonly cited, but is there a scientific recipe for long-term happiness in love? A study in 2025 released in Frontiers in Psychology polled more …
Autism isn't something to be cured. It is a voice, an outlook, and a wellspring of strength that propels the world onward. Neurodiversity isn't weakness; it's a fount of creativity, resourcefulness, and innovation. So…
Aging is something that everybody must go through, but the way that we think about it might actually determine the length and quality of our lives. Evidence demonstrates that what we believe about aging influences not just our at…
When disasters such as school shootings or mass attacks appear on the news, one agonized question tends to follow: Why are so many of the perpetrators young men and could my son become one? As a clinician, I've sat across fro…
Are you investing your heart, time, and energy in your relationship but emotionally depleted? If that's the case, you may be what professionals refer to as an "overgiver." An overgiver is one who always gives more t…
We all flare up from time to time. Perhaps someone accidentally spills a drink over your new clothes, and instantly you're seething with rage. In the heat of the moment, emotions take charge, and you end up looking foolish, s…