One Sentence to Disarm Hurtful Comments and Protect Your Mental Health Hurtful words—whether from a stranger, colleague, or loved one—can sting deeply, shaking your confidence. Yet, a simple response like “Help me understand” can defuse the situation and foster clarity, per communication expert Matt Abraham (CNBC, 2024). As a psychology professor with decades of expertise, … Read more
Why Forgiveness After Betrayal Boosts Your Mental Health, Per Science Betrayal—whether by a friend, partner, or family member—cuts deep, often sparking anger or a desire for revenge. Yet, a 2020 study in Frontiers in Human Neuroscience reveals forgiveness as the key to healing (Toussaint et al., 2020). As a psychology professor with decades of expertise, … Read more
Are You Hypersensitive? Discover Your Sensitivity with This Test Could you be hypersensitive without realizing it? Dr. Saverio Tomasella, a French psychologist and author of Hypersensitive: Too Sensitive to Be Happy? and Open Letter to Sensitive Souls, describes high sensitivity as a powerful trait that, when embraced, fosters empathy and creativity. As a psychology professor … Read more
What You See First in This Image Reveals Your Hidden Personality Traits What catches your eye first in an ambiguous image—a spider, a face, or a weapon? Psychoanalyst Christian Richomme suggests that your initial perception reveals key aspects of your personality, from emotional sensitivity to hidden creativity. As a psychology professor with decades of expertise, … Read more
Migraines and Change: How to Manage the Pain of Life’s Shifts Do life’s changes trigger pounding headaches? Dr. Jimmy Mohammed, in an RTL interview, calls migraines a “change disease,” affecting over 15% of the global population. These debilitating headaches, worsened by stress or routine disruptions, reflect an intolerance to change. As a psychology professor with … Read more
Spotting Manipulators: The Telltale Sign That Protects Your Mental Health Manipulators can erode your mental health with subtle tactics, but spotting them early can protect you. Psychiatrist Isabelle Nazare-Aga, author of Manipulators Are Among Us, identifies a key red flag: manipulators react poorly to requests for clarification, using ambiguity to maintain control. As a psychology … Read more
How Let Them Theory Can Help You Overcome Disappointment in Relationships Have you ever found yourself feeling disappointed because someone failed to meet your expectations? Whether it is a friend who forgets your birthday, a partner who avoids commitment, or a colleague who falls short of promises, disappointment can feel deeply painful. But what if … Read more
Two Habits to Develop Mental Flexibility Taking care of mental health is more important than ever, but knowing how to actually do it can be challenging. You may hear advice like taking time to breathe, setting boundaries, reducing responsibilities, or disconnecting from work. While all of these strategies are valid, one essential approach is often … Read more
Getting Blamed for Everything: Psychological Effects and How to Protect Yourself Being blamed for everything, especially in a relationship or workplace environment, can be deeply damaging to a person’s psychological well-being. Whether it’s in family dynamics, friendships, romantic relationships, or professional settings, constant blame can erode self-esteem, create self-doubt, and lead to feelings of worthlessness. … Read more
Romantic Breakups Can Spark Severe Trauma in Young People Breakups are a common experience in life, but for young people, a romantic breakup can have profound emotional and psychological impacts. While many adults may view a breakup as a part of growing up, the intensity of emotional pain experienced during adolescence and young adulthood can … Read more