Here’s a question for you. Did you have strict parents when you were growing up? If so, how did you react to their parenting as a child? Does it influence you now? Personally speaking, my parents were very strict, and at the time, I didn't appreciate it. Now I’m an…
Did you know that one in every twenty-five people is a sociopath? That’s surprising, if not a little worrying. If it is true, then we have to accept that sociopaths must exist in all walks of life. From the student at college that everyone knows not to upset, to your…
The ISFJ personality type is one of the most common of all the 16 Myers-Briggs personalities. But that’s not to say it’s boring or mundane. Far from it. You only have to look at a few famous ISFJ personalities like Beyoncé, Kate Middleton, Rosa Parks, and George W Bush to…
Disrespectful behavior takes many forms. It can be intentional or accidental, verbal or physical, overt or secret. But what causes rude behavior? Is there anything we can do to stop it? It is important to understand the root causes when a person behaves disrespectfully. Only then can we begin to tackle…
We've all heard of empathy and empaths. We also know that a lack of empathy is associated with sociopaths and psychopathic behaviour. But is there scientific evidence that proves empathy exists? Are empaths real or just an unproven theory? Can science prove something as intangible as empathy? In all scientific…
Has anyone ever said to you, "Oh, don't be so sensitive" or "You're over-reacting"? These are all examples of emotional invalidation, and while they may appear harmless enough, they can have long-lasting consequences. What Is Emotional Invalidation? Emotional invalidation is the dismissal of a person's feelings. It is saying whatever…
Have you ever wondered where old sayings like ‘turn a blind eye to’ or ‘burning the midnight oil’ come from? Some of the following sayings have a really sinister origin, and others are completely surprising. 35 Popular Old Sayings and Their Real Meanings “At the Drop of a Hat” Means:…
Have you ever thought ‘Why do bad things happen to me all the time?’ Or perhaps you think that you are a loser or that things are always your fault? If so, you could be stuck with unhelpful thinking styles that are stopping you from achieving growth in your life.…
In the waking world, ghosts are typically seen as frightening creatures sent to scare us. So does this mean that a dream about ghosts is a kind of warning from our subconscious? Not necessarily. It all depends on your situation and what is going on in your real life. To…
Human beings are inquisitive animals. Once we’ve satisfied our basic survival and psychological needs, it’s only natural for us to turn our attention to the bigger issues. We look for answers to the most mind-boggling questions that plague us. Are we alone in the universe? Is there life after death?…
