Rediscover Childhood Passions to Boost Mental Health and Feel Alive Again Reconnecting with childhood hobbies like badminton, swimming, or dance can spark joy and mental health benefits, says clinical psychologist Maroussia Cross. Stories from Edaline, Pascale, Sandra, Thomas, and Mary show how these activities combat stress and restore identity. As a psychology professor with decades … Read more
Can AI Replace Your Therapist? The Benefits and Risks of AI in Mental Health Could you share your deepest struggles with a chatbot? AI tools like Woebot, developed by Stanford psychologists and studied in a 2019 JMIR Mental Health study, show promise in easing depression symptoms, but experts like Jean-Paul Santoro, Fréderic Tordo, and Olivier … Read more
Why Do Exes Return Seasonally? The Psychology Behind Rekindling Old Flames A text from an ex in December or early spring feels oddly familiar, doesn’t it? Couple therapist Évelyne Dillenseger, cited in HuffPost, suggests these “seasonal” outreaches, often tied to winter nostalgia or spring renewal, stem more from ego than love. Sociologist Christine Castelain-Meunier notes … Read more
The Common Mistake We Make With Mental Health and 5 Habits to Fix It Taking care of mental health is more accepted today, yet many of us wait until we’re on the brink of a breakdown to act, a mistake neuro-psychology doctoral student Naval Mustafa highlights on Instagram. Instead, she, along with physician KC Davis … Read more
Why Cozy Video Games Are Your New Mental Health Ally: 3 Key Benefits Looking for a fun way to boost your mental health? Forget intense workouts or meditation—psychologist Vanessa Kennedy, cited in Popsugar, champions “cozy” video games like Animal Crossing and House Flipper for their relaxing, stress-busting benefits. A 2021 Roots study found 20 minutes … Read more
3 Things You Should Never Say to a Stressed Person and How to Help Instead When someone shares their stress, responding with care can make all the difference. Mental health advisor Joan Frederick, psychiatrist Helen Agar, and clinical psychologist Roberta Ballad highlight three phrases to avoid—“please calm down,” “stop thinking too much,” and “this will … Read more
5 Signs You Might Have Lived a Past Life: A Mental Health Perspective Could your soul have lived before? Energy healer and hypnotherapist Fatima Muhtaseb, cited in Glamour UK, suggests five signs—unexplained emotions, recurring dreams, familiar places, xenoglossia, and unusual birthmarks—may hint at past lives, echoing Dr. Ian Stevenson’s research on reincarnation. While controversial, exploring … Read more
6 Practical Tips to Embrace Positive Thinking for Better Mental Health In a world filled with stress, choosing positive thinking isn’t naive—it’s a powerful mindset shift that uplifts your mental health and relationships. From keeping a gratitude journal to limiting screen time, these six practical tips, inspired by insights from Ouest-France, help reframe challenges and … Read more
Does Your Face Shape Reveal Your Personality? Exploring Morphopsychology Can your face shape unveil your personality? Morphopsychology, pioneered by Dr. Louis Corman in 1937, suggests it can, linking facial features to traits like tenacity or emotional fragility, as seen in Jacques’ career journey, per experts Jean-Paul Jus and Martine Bollard. This intriguing method analyzes skull … Read more
Intellectual Humility: The Hidden Intelligence That Boosts Relationships Intelligence isn’t just about facts or degrees—it shines in subtler ways, like intellectual humility. Dr. Daryl Van Tongeren, in The Conversation, defines it as recognizing your limits, embracing evidence over ego, and valuing learning above being right. This unique intelligence fosters healthier relationships and mental well-being, per … Read more