This Is How Social Media Makes Us Narcissistic [Infographic]

Social media has well and truly taken over our lives. Almost two-thirds of American adults are using social media platforms and, unsurprisingly, 90% of young adults between the ages of 18 to 29 are active on social networking websites. Everywhere we turn, social media is mentioned, demonstrated and used by…

5 Seemingly Negative Behaviors You Didn’t Know Are Actually Healthy

There are some seemingly negative behaviors that we have been conditioned to think are unhealthy, when in actual fact they’re pretty healthy and can aid our mental health a great deal. Being authentic and true to yourself is one of the healthiest ways to live your life, but there are…

Are You an Overthinking Worrier? It May Mean You’re a Creative Genius!

Everybody worries whether it is a slight worry over something small or something that takes over your mind on a daily basis. However, researchers at King’s College in London have recently linked anxious, overthinking, and worrying traits to a high level of creative IQ. If you think about it, overthinking…

The 9 Types of Intelligence: Which Do You Have?

We’ve all heard the term “intelligence”, but few people actually know that there are several types of intelligence that describe personalities and the ways in which our brains work. Psychologist Howard Gardner of Harvard University created the Multiple Intelligences Theory which explains the nine ways in which we apply intelligence…

4 Effective Ways to Overcome Social Anxiety

Almost 13% of the world’s population suffer from social anxiety, a crippling debilitating affliction that can impact daily life in massive ways. Fear of social situations can mean some people don’t want to leave their house or communicate with others, as when they do they may experience panic attacks, emotional…