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Relationship

The Psychology of Situationships: Why People Avoid Commitment

Feeling confused about a person in a relationship is not an odd moment. In the process of getting to know someone, multiple questions about the other arise. But what about someone who is not sure about the relationship itself? For example, consider

Awareness Technology

The Psychology of “Everything Is a Subscription”: Why We Feel Overwhelmed by Monthly Commitments

The way consumers pay for goods and services has changed significantly during the last ten years. Meal kits, software, exercise programs, streaming services, and even razors are being delivered via recurring billing instead of one-time purchases. This change, which is

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6 Signs Your Relationship Is Ready for a Major Commitment

So, you’ve survived a weekend IKEA trip together without breaking up – congrats! If you’re reading this, there’s a good chance you’re starting to wonder if your relationship is ready for the next big step, whether that’s moving in together

Relationship

Commitment Issues: Why Some People Struggle to Stay & How to Change

There must have been instances where you see people who are reluctant or unable to commit to a long term stable relationship at times. These people can be struggling with commitment in friendships, workplace situations or romantic relationships. Barney Stinson

Research

The Effectiveness of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) on Cancer Patients

Research from the Psychology Department of Illawarra Cancer Care Centre in Australia by Danielle L. Feros, Lisbeth Lane, Joseph Ciarrochi and John T. Blackledge tried to examine the effectiveness of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) intervention in improving the quality

Motivation

Understanding Commitment: The Psychology Behind Promises and Hard Work

When someone says that they are committed to their work or that they have made commitments to themselves, it simply means that they have planned an action and they intend to fulfil it. Commitment here refers to a certain kind

Relationship

Psychology Behind Commitment in Relationships

Commitment is a frequently used word, especially in the context of relationships. But the relationships need not necessarily be platonic or romantic. These serve as the very foundation of every relationship. John Michael, a Professor of Psychology, says, “Commitment is

Awareness Motivation

Understanding Commitment and How to Maintain It

Commitment is a foundational part of human life and is reminiscent of focus, goals, intention, etc. It is about focusing more resources on a relationship or a physical/mental activity. Committing may thus lead to increased motivation obligation and engagement with

Therapy

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy

A subset of clinical behaviour analysis and a type of psychotherapy is acceptance and commitment therapy. It is an empirically supported psychological intervention that increases psychological flexibility by combining behavioural and commitment techniques with acceptance and mindfulness techniques. The following

Relationship

Gamophobia (Fear of Commitment & Marriage)

What is Gamophobia Gamophobia, or the irrational dread or loathing of marriage or commitment, affects many people. While gamophobia may appear to be a minor issue, it can significantly impact a person’s quality of life and relationships. This post will