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An open conversation about mental health; stories, experiences, advice, real life. Psyche exposes the inner workings of the human soul, mind, and spirit.
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Top tipple tricks
Been thinking a lot about drinking, lately. Not least because of a recent episode of over-indulgence and the inevitable after effects. Some readers may recall the earlier articles I wrote about beating the booze. Here I set out an experiment in techniques for cutting down on my alcohol intake. The experiment was successful, the techniques worked, and I have armed myself with an arsenal of weapons in the war against the demon drink. I have yet to fire the first round however. It's all a question of timing (perhaps procrastination).
By Raymond G. Taylor7 days ago in Psyche
The BAFTA Awards
By now, in a stunning departure from recent years, most of the world is aware of what happened at the BAFTA film awards. Social Media Headlines will tell you the bare bones: that John Davidson, a Tourette's Syndrome advocate, shouted a racial slur at two Actors of Colour, Michael B Jordan and Delroy Lindo.
By Natasja Rose12 days ago in Psyche
Who is your "Person"?
It's important to recognize that you cannot go through life as easily on your own. My name is Elizabeth and I'm a survivor of child abuse and horrific trauma. Healing from trauma is not a quick fix and recognizing that it will take time, is part of the struggle.
By Elizabeth Woods14 days ago in Psyche
What Happens To Your Brain When You Stop Multitasking
Digital technology is the culprit that is causing us to doom scroll when tired, disengaged and unmotivated with the content that motivated you to log onto your device to consume in the first place. That is only the beginning. In the modern workplace (and even when filing cabinets were around, I confirmed this with my adopted parents to get my facts right); reading files while you are supposed to be present to the caller on the other end of the phone line is another classic example of multitasking that causes your brain (although adaptable and intelligent) to lose focus and concentration.
By Justine Crowleyabout a month ago in Psyche
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Exploring mental health in the public eye; celebrities and the spotlight that has been placed on their personal lives and their mental health.
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Most recently published stories in Psyche.
An Objective Examination of Yes-or-No Tarot: Mechanics, Utility, and Limitations
Introduction Yes-or-no tarot represents the most widely practiced form of tarot consultation in digital environments. Its prevalence across online platforms and search engines warrants an objective examination of its mechanics, documented utility, and inherent limitations. This analysis approaches the subject without advocacy for or against the practice, focusing instead on observable patterns and documented user experiences.
By Enrique Martinez38 minutes ago in Psyche
Drugged,Assaulted, and Filmed by My Predator “Friends”. Content Warning.
“You’re not a victim for sharing your story. You are a survivor setting the world on fire with your truth. And you never know who needs your light, your warmth, and raging courage.” — Alex Elle
By Chantal Christie Weissabout 3 hours ago in Psyche
Love Used as Control and Praise Is the Leverage.
In some toxic family dynamics, control is built through praise, attention, and emotional reward. One family member positions themselves as the source of approval. They constantly lift certain people up, praise them publicly, single them out, and make them feel chosen, special, or important. On the surface, it looks supportive. It looks loving. It looks like pride.
By Annam M Gordonabout 4 hours ago in Psyche
What is anonymous venting and why does it help. AI-Generated.
Anonymous venting is expressing something difficult — a frustration, a fear, a feeling you've been carrying — to people who don't know you and have no existing relationship with you. No shared history, no social stakes, no possibility of judgment that follows you into real life.
By Nathaniel Dewittabout 24 hours ago in Psyche
19 Points for New Clinicians
The first time I walked into my own office, then went into the waiting room to get my first patient, I quickly discovered a lot had been left out of my graduate education. I felt overwhelmed with clinic procedures, meeting 10 to 15 other staff a day and trying to remember their names, learning my way around a maze-like building, and learning new terminology.
By David A. Portera day ago in Psyche
Why Your Brain Refuses to Sleep — Even When You're Tired
You’re exhausted. Your eyes feel heavy, your body is drained, and you know you should go to bed. Yet somehow, you’re still scrolling on your phone, watching another video, or telling yourself “just one more episode.”
By Navigating the World2 days ago in Psyche
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