You have probably never stood in the cereal aisle and thought 'am I truly free right now?' But the question of whether your choices are genuinely yours runs deeper than...
Many individuals struggle to open their minds to new perspectives due to the value they place on their old ways of seeing. By examining these attachments, such as a fear of...
What if "use it or lose it" applies to far more than muscles and physical skills? The hidden power of attention shapes everything from intuition and empathy to habits, dreams,...
There is a particular kind of exhaustion that comes not from doing too much, but from editing yourself constantly. For many bi+ and gender-minority individuals, every social...
The subconscious mind governs 95% of actions, often leading to automatic responses based on ingrained beliefs. This article explores how these subconscious programs shape lives,...
The Blame Syndrome negatively impacts relationships and personal well-being, manifesting in various forms from subtle gestures to outright accusations. By understanding the...
Weekiversary posts on social media have sparked debates about the true nature of love and relationships. While they allow couples to celebrate their romance publicly, these posts...
The Moon in astrology reveals profound insights into a person's past, memory, and emotional growth. By examining the Moon's position in a chart, one can uncover patterns from...
Are you helping someone you love, or unintentionally enabling them to continue their same old pattern? The difference can determine whether a person grows stronger or remains...
When we join in a common intent with other minds, an amplifying effect occurs that is far greater than the sum of the individuals. Things that were difficult to achieve separately suddenly become easy when we join together.
Brain waves show that clinically depressed children don’t respond to rewards the same way as other children do.
Humanity has become enmeshed in a dysfunctional global system. It has become anesthetized by a cultural conditioning that begins at birth, by those who themselves have been conditioned by the generations before them.
I found that the first question I had my clients ask themselves after Says Who?—“Have I heard someone say this before?”—helped establish where the thoughts came from, which then helped determine whether they were just the opinions and beliefs of others that they took on as their own.
Growing older is inevitable and, as has been said, better than the alternative. Limiting ourselves by age, though, is a state of mind. But often we accept stereotypical statements about age, aging, and what is supposed to happen at certain ages. We don’t need to accept any of these thoughts!
Many of us would like to have a peaceful ride, enjoy the present moment, yet we can’t help but make future plans so we feel secure, or we spend time digging on past hurts. But... the true experience of being alive is beyond those plans, and “happens” to us.
A very common example of the ubiquitous nature of the critic is the phenomenon of “imposter syndrome” — the feeling that you don’t deserve to be where you are in life. It’s estimated that 70 percent of people have imposter syndrome.
Sometimes people on a spiritual path feel a hesitation about using creative visualization. Their conflict comes from the apparent paradox between the idea of “being here now,” letting go of attachments and desires, and the idea of setting goals and creating what you want in life.
Ask yourself what is actually preventing you from being happy right now, right this very moment? If you are honest with yourself, you will probably say it's because you don't have what you want. This could be ...
Family communication is possible, but love must be the lubricant. Talking about things like love, kindness, and generosity, and not "problems", might be the route to family change.
When you have a strong emotional reaction to something—a song, a speech, a beautiful scene—and get goose bumps, experts say it’s simply a biological reaction to adrenaline.
Donald Trump has just finished the last of his nine post-election “thank you tour” rallies. Why did he do them? And why is he planning further rallies after he becomes president?
I have experienced a lot of life since I first started to apprentice in my family’s traditions. I have felt the ups and downs of life—from confrontations to harmony, from feeling anger and fear to happiness and love. I have learned that the key...
Change is a necessary part of living. Many of us use planners to lay out the course of our day. Then, plans change — someone cancels a meeting, or the car won’t start, or the kids get sick. You couldn’t predict that something else was going to happen, but it did. So, you...
If you were surprised by the result of the Brexit vote in the UK or by the Trump victory in the US, you might live in an echo chamber – a self-reinforcing world of people who share the same opinions as you.
While aging is often associated with improvements in various life domains, the quality of sexual life typically declines. However, recent studies reveal that older adults prioritize the quality of sexual encounters over quantity, leading to a more satisfying sexual experience. This shift in perspective, along with life experience, can enhance sexual quality of life as individuals age.
Our ego mind prefers safety, routine, and the status quo. It does not want us to step too far out of the front door into anything too new or different. On the other hand, our essential self wants us to stretch, grow, shed what is unnecessary or heavy, and explore this life more fully.
While feelings are a central component to caring, caring is not an entirely emotional experience. There’s also an intellectual component to caring, a mental stance that one must maintain to create lasting closeness. This stance is that your partner is fully human.
If you’ve only ever seen yourself as unsure and perhaps your self-esteem is not strong, you may be more vulnerable to becoming overwhelmed by fear—stressed by the worry that your pain might devolve into a worst case scenario of unknown proportions.
The concept of objective truth is increasingly challenged, as illustrated by Nietzsche's critique. In a world where perspectives dominate, understanding differing viewpoints becomes crucial. The recent political landscape reveals how perspectives shape beliefs, highlighting the need for a broader understanding to navigate contemporary truth.
This article explores the deep connections between humans, nature, and the spirit world. It emphasizes the importance of understanding the rules of life and respecting the interconnected web of existence, highlighting the impact of modernity on traditional ways of living and the need for honoring the past for the sake of future generations.
Reaching sixty can evoke complex emotions, blending relief with ongoing ambition. This...
The quest for happiness often leads to frustration, as many fail to realize that the...
The quest for life's purpose often leads to unsatisfactory answers. This article...
Romantic love is a complex emotion shaped by historical, cultural, and biological...
Have you ever argued over something that wasn't actually said? From cultural differences...
Imagine going through one of the most physically and emotionally demanding experiences...
Daily actions often conflict with personal beliefs due to past experiences. By utilizing...
Therapists often use dream interpretation to delve into patients' emotions, but true...