Bullies aren’t just bad kids or evil people. There are many causes of bullying that might surprise you. I was bullied in school, so bad that I developed psychological issues. At one point, it was so bad that I couldn’t even stay in school for more than 2 hours a…
Have you ever shouted obscenities at a passing driver for the smallest thing but felt completely justified? Are you usually mild-mannered but find that behind the wheel of a car you're a totally different person? You’re probably prone to road rage. But what causes it and why do normal people…
It’s easy to fall into the herd mentality without even thinking. Following the leader isn’t always good. People may not be animals, but they still often exhibit a herd mentality. What this means is they tend to congregate in groups to perform certain objectives or uphold common beliefs. There are…
Brexit has caused deep divisions in households in the UK. In France, the ‘gilets jaunes’ are threatening to bring the country to a standstill over rising fuel costs. Can conflict theory help us understand why? If you’ve noticed that the world seems to be getting a lot less tolerant these…
What is an internal conflict? An internal conflict is a psychological struggle whereby someone finds himself or herself in difficulty when making a decision during a personal situation. You are grappling with an internal conflict if you are caught between (usually two) choices that are conflicting desires. It is a…
Have you noticed how people love drama? I mean they literally thrive off the frustration and pain of others. How can this be? It’s obvious that people love drama and this has become a serious issue in our society today. Truth be told, this disturbing fact is one of the…
Don’t just approach someone and speak. Learn communication styles to get your point across much easier. You might see communication as a fairly simple part of life. The truth is, there are many different communication styles which people use. Now, I don’t mean styles like aggressive or passive communication, rather…
Conflict resolution strategies are never easy to find, but they are even harder for people who don’t like conflict. If you are an introvert or an empath, you probably know this very well. Finding a way out of conflict can be difficult as an empath or an introvert, as neither…