What If Déjà Vu and Parallel Universes Are Connected?
Exploring the Unseen: Could Our Familiar Glitches in Reality Be Glimpses into a Multiverse? Have you ever felt something—or someone—brush past you, only to turn around and find nothing there? …
Trapped in a Cycle: A Day in the Life of Someone with Severe OCD
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), the demon inside my head that relentlessly causes me to have intrusive thoughts and that’s when the rituals begin. The counting, the cleaning and checking never stops.
Moving On: Navigating Boundaries with an Ex Who Won’t Let Go
Reconnecting with someone from your past can evoke nostalgia and bring back memories of “the good old days.” However, if you’ve moved forward and they haven’t, this can create an uncomfortable dynamic—especially when the person reminisces inappropriately, bringing up past intimacy or making comments about how you’ve changed. Here’s how to handle such situations and maintain your mental and emotional well-being.
Erasing Memory: The Possibilities and Challenges of Selective Forgetting
Managing distressing memories through existing therapies, mindfulness, and support networks remains the most accessible path. As research continues, the dream of selectively forgetting the bad while keeping the good may one day become a reality. Until then, moments of natural relief, like forgetting an OCD trigger and finding the anxiety has passed, remind us of the brain’s capacity to heal itself.
As the New Year Draws Near: Reflecting, Growing, and Seizing Opportunities
As the Christmas Holiday draws to an end, and we prepare to welcome a brand-new year, it’s the perfect time to pause, reflect, and envision how we can make the year ahead more fulfilling and impactful. New Year’s resolutions often fall by the wayside, but instead of fleeting promises, let’s focus on setting meaningful and achievable goals.
Coping with the Grief of Losing a Pet: Finding Comfort After a Heartbreaking Loss
This article is dedicated to the loving memory of two cherished furry companions, Bruce and Skunk, who passed away yesterday. Their unconditional love, loyalty, and unique personalities brought immense joy and comfort to those who had the privilege of knowing them. Though their time here has come to an end, their memories will forever remain in the hearts of those they touched. Bruce and Skunk, you will be deeply missed, but your legacy of love and companionship will live on forever.
Encouraging Elderly Parents To Write Their Life Story and Leave a Legacy
As our parents age, their stories, experiences, and wisdom become invaluable treasures that can be passed down through generations. Encouraging elderly parents to write their life stories is not only a way to preserve their legacy, but it can also serve as a meaningful therapeutic activity.