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What's The Rush? |Is FOMO Getting The Better Of Us?|
Stuck in the hustle and grind? This excerpt asks if we're forgetting to listen to our bodies. The author describes feeling like a shell...
'I Feel Like A Burden': All The Ways You Can Reframe Your Feelings
We crave connection, yet fear burdening others with our struggles. Feeling like a burden can isolate us, leading to loneliness and doubt. But true...
Why Do We Run Towards Red Flags? |The Cycle of Toxic Relationships|
This piece explores why we keep running towards red flags in toxic relationships, especially when chaos feels familiar. It unpacks how past abuse shapes...
Is Being Ordinary Effecting Your Self-Worth?
Society tells us to be extraordinary, but what if ordinary is okay? This excerpt argues against the pressure to be special. We're bombarded with...
Looking For Un-Meaningfulness |Importance Of Alone Time|
Ever feel like everyone expects you to be social? This excerpt explores the importance of alone time. The author used to love solitude but...
Are Romantic Relationships Overrated? |Importance Of Non-Romantic Relationships|
Are romantic relationships overrated? This reflective piece explores how Indian cultural expectations shape our longing for romantic love, and why non-romantic relationships—friends, family, community,...
My Therapist Ruined Therapy For Me: How Can I Move On? |Finding The Right Therapist For You|
Finding the right therapist can be a bumpy road. The author compares it to finding a puzzle piece - you might try a few...
Normal / Abnormal: Who Gets To Decide? |Mental Health And Bias|
"Normal" is a tricky concept, especially in mental health. This excerpt argues that bias can skew diagnoses. We often define "normal" based on averages,...
What Your Boredom Is Trying To Tell You |Psychology Of Boredom|
Ever stare at the ceiling, endlessly bored? Psychologists delve into boredom's why. It's the lack of stimulation and purpose we crave. The author uses...
Unpopular Opinion: Influencers Are NOT Experts |Dangers Of Health Advice From Influencers|
This excerpt highlights the dangers of health advice from influencers. We're bombarded with influencers promoting everything from diets to anxiety cures, but the author...
The Self in Self-Love Needs To Come With A Disclaimer |Self-Compassion In Self-Love|
This excerpt challenges the commercialized version of self-love. It argues true self-love isn't buying things or forcing perfection. Therapists define self-love as self-compassion. It's...
Mental Vacations Are Okay! The Spectrum of Daydreaming and Dissociation |Coping Mechanisms For Dissociation|
This excerpt tackles dissociation and coping mechanisms. Dissociation, like zoning out or forgetting parts of your day, is your brain's natural reset button. It...
