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The Psychology of Nostalgia: Why Do We Feel a Longing for the Past?

The Psychology of Nostalgia: Why Do We Feel a Longing for the Past?

Should we dwell on the past? Until recently, psychologists would likely have argued not to. However, longing for the past,…

5 years ago

Saudade: A Profound Emotional State You’ve Probably Experienced

Saudade is a Portuguese word. Its meaning is so complex that cannot be translated into one single word. It has…

5 years ago

Why Sad Things Make Us Happy, According to Psychology

Sad things, by nature, should make us sad, right? Sad songs, sad movies, sad pieces of art and sad television…

5 years ago

Weltschmerz: a Vague State That Affects Deep Thinkers (and How to Cope)

Have you ever felt a deep sadness and frustration with the world and all the ugly things that are happening…

5 years ago

Post-Vacation Depression Is Real: How to Recognize and Overcome It

There are many reasons to feel depressed, and one of the worst types of depression during this season is post-vacation…

5 years ago

Do You Feel Like Your Life Is a Joke? 5 Reasons for That and How to Cope

No matter how optimistic we are, at some point, we may feel like life is a joke. After all, it’s…

5 years ago

7 Signs You Could Be Living a Lie without Even Knowing It

Could you actually be living a lie? It’s possible that society's expectations have forced you to be something you’re not…

5 years ago

8 Myths about Depression That Make Many People Misunderstand This Illness

Mental illness is serious. There are so many myths about depression which cause this particular illness to be discredited. We…

5 years ago