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Awareness Health

Cognitive Distortions 101: The Hidden Link Between Cognitive Distortions, Anxiety, and Depression

Cognitive Distortions are negative thought patterns that make people view a situation inaccurately. For instance, consider someone who, upon getting a rejection letter for an application, does not take it as a single setback but starts reasoning by saying, “I

Education

The Paradox of Hedonism: The Pursuit of Pleasure and Its Pitfalls 

As centuries of human experience have shown, pleasure-seeking is a major theme in the philosophy of centuries. Hedonism – the doctrine that pleasure is the only intrinsic good, and perhaps has the most classic philosophical ideals-has kept thinkers busy with

Awareness Self Help

What Chess Can Teach Us About Success, Adaptation, and Endings

Invented in India around the 6th century CE, the sport of chess seems to be analogous to life itself. It is a board game consisting of 6 different kinds of pieces. The Pawns (8), Rooks (2), Knights (2), Bishops (2),

Education

The Psychology and Neuroscience of Curiosity

Curiosity is one of humanity’s most defining traits – the insatiable urge to explore, question, and understand the world around us. From a child’s endless ‘why’ questions to scientists probing the depth of the universe, curiosity drives discovery and learning

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The Science of Serendipity: Can you create your own luck?

Serendipity is often referred to as accidental discovery which works in favor of the individual. It illustrates how preparation, curiosity, and openness to new experiences transform random exposure to certain events into significant opportunities. Thus, one can actively increase the

Relationship

Cuffing Season: What It Is and Why You Feel the Need to Pair Up

As the “Winter Is Coming”, there is something about it that seems to alter the pace of life around us. The chilling temperature, shortening of the days and within no time the environment becomes almost silent and reflective. This is

Motivation

Understanding “Main Character Energy” in Gen Z

Imagine being the protagonist in your film as you navigate through life. Every decision, every obstacle, and every victory along the way is simply a part of your plot. “Main character energy,” a phrase that has become popular among Gen

Awareness Self Help

The Surprising Trick to Outsmarting Boredom at Work

Boredom is an exhausting yet inevitable part of human life. At times, even our everyday tasks like cleaning the house, filing paperwork, and travelling for work feel draining. Even though we know that these tasks are essential for our livelihood

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How ‘Happiness Hangover’ Can Hit You After a Perfect Moment

The word “hangover” is always associated with the aftermath of a drunk night. The following morning one should face the unpleasant consequences of the alcohol. This is a common fact to us. But have you ever heard about “happiness hangover”?

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The Hidden Pace of Healing: Why Recovery Takes Its Own Time

“Be patient with all that is unresolved in your heart” said Rainer Maria Rilke, an Australian poet and novelist. Patience is not an easy virtue to cultivate. It takes consistent effort and inner strength. It’s especially challenging when all you