trauma
At its core, trauma can be thought of as the psychological wounds that persist, even when the physical ones are long gone.
9 Quotes to Calm Overthinking and Spark Positivity
9 Simple Quotes to Stop Overthinking and Feel More Positive We all overthink sometimes — we replay old conversations, worry about the future, or get stuck thinking about problems we can’t fix. This kind of thinking can make us feel tired, anxious, and stuck. But sometimes, a few simple words can help calm our minds and bring us back to a better place.
By Fariha Ferdous Mithila10 months ago in Psyche
Why You Sometimes Cry for No Reason—The Brain-Heart Connection Explained
There are moments when it just hits you. A random wave of sadness. Tears welling up with no warning. No big event. No tragedy. Just emotion, raw and overwhelming, rising out of nowhere. And you wonder, Why am I crying? What’s wrong with me? But what if nothing’s wrong at all? What if your tears are not a mental glitch but a message—from your heart to your brain?
By Noman Khan 10 months ago in Psyche
Living with High-Functioning Anxiety
From the outside, I looked like I was thriving. I never missed a deadline. My calendar was perfectly color-coded. I showed up early, answered emails within minutes, and never forgot a birthday. People called me "organized," "motivated," and "reliable." I wore those words like armor.
By shoaib khan11 months ago in Psyche
Why Talking About Mental Health Is Still Taboo in Brown Families (And How I’m Changing That)
Growing up in a brown household, mental health wasn’t exactly a dinner table topic. If you tried to bring it up, you’d probably get a classic eye-roll, a quick “beta, stop overthinking,” or worse, a change of subject faster than you can say “therapy.”
By Tavleen Kaur11 months ago in Psyche
The Price of Obsession
In the charming town of Eldridge, where mysteries are hidden beneath the cobblestone pathways, resided a girl named Jessica. At seventeen, she possessed wide, inquisitive eyes that twinkled like the stars overhead. However, despite her vibrant spirit, Jessica was enveloped in sorrow. She had fallen profoundly and impulsively in love with Ethan, a boy whose laughter echoed within her being. Unfortunately, Ethan's affections were directed towards another: a girl named Lily, whose grace and beauty shone like a brilliant sun, casting Jessica into darkness.
By Imon Mridha11 months ago in Psyche
It's time to revisit Erich Fromm: Why his ideas are more relevant than ever. Top Story - May 2025.
Erich Fromm doesn’t come up in conversation outside of academic circles related to psychology, psychoanalysis, or maybe sociology. This wasn’t always true. Fromm was a widely known and discussed figure in his day. His seminal work, “Escape from Freedom” (1941), and his international best seller, “The Art of Loving” (1956), made him and his ideas popular beyond academia. Having recently reread _Escape from Freedom_, I realized how relevant his ideas remain, not only in the U.S. but throughout the world.
By G. A. Botero11 months ago in Psyche
How to Overcome Difficult Times & Feelings
Life doesn’t ask permission to get hard. One moment you’re coasting, and the next, you’re hit with something that knocks the wind out of you—a breakup, a layoff, a loss, or simply the overwhelming weight of existing in a chaotic world. When those moments come (and they always do), it can feel like you’re stuck in a storm with no umbrella, no map, and no clue when it’ll end.
By AnthonyBTV11 months ago in Psyche
