personality
Changes are scary: Psychologist's insights
People might seek changes, especially when they're not happy - but they might also be scared of changes. It's a pretty natural thing for people, but why do we fear things we want?
Kate Yakimchuk changes fears Psychology 24 November 2023
Talk about your feelings: Psychologist's tips
Communication is key, because it's the only way that can help others truly understand you. Meanwhile, some people just don't know how to express their feelings, or how to talk about them.
Kate Yakimchuk communication feelings relationship Psychology 23 November 2023
Helping others, hurting yourself: Psychologist's insights
Helping other people is always a great thing, but what if someone always concentrates on others while completely neglecting their own needs? Sometimes helping others can even cause damage to the person and their own interests, but they still want to help.
Kate Yakimchuk help damage self-esteem Psychology 22 November 2023
Don't be afraid of loneliness: Psychologist's tips
Loneliness can be quite scary - and that's why so many people would rather be with the wrong people instead. While it's normal for people to seek social and romantic contacts, you shouldn't be too afraid of loneliness, especially when it's temporary.
Kate Yakimchuk loneliness fears tips Psychology 20 November 2023
Fighting self-sabotage: Psychologist's tips
Lots of people stop following their goals or dreams because they don't believe in themselves, and sometimes they don't even try. It's a sad reality of many people who are convinced that they can't achieve anything, no matter how hard they try.
Kate Yakimchuk self-esteem motivation Psychology 20 November 2023
Older people need their friends less: Psychologist's insights
Friendships and relationships are important for everyone's strong mental and even physical health at any age. Meanwhile, lots of people feel like they don't need their friends that much when they get older.
Kate Yakimchuk friendship friends maturity Psychology 20 November 2023
Why we love scary movies: Psychologist's insights
People tend to seek comfort and entertainment, but sometimes we entertain ourselves with pretty scary or even repulsive things. For instance, lots of people love scary movies and watch them regularly - they seem to love the feeling of being scared.
Kate Yakimchuk fears Psychology 19 November 2023
Expecting the worst: Psychologist's tips
Some people think that always expecting the worst can potentially secure them from lots of bad things happening to them. While being ready for everything can actually be useful, it can also damage your mental health and overall happiness.
Kate Yakimchuk anxiety expectations stress Psychology 19 November 2023
Psychologist Explanation: What is Counterdependence
Counterdependency is a behavior in which an adult has difficulty getting close to people and maintaining intimacy. Lacking the skill of trusting relationships, he deliberately avoids them.
Diana Dashkevich relationship mental health Psychology 19 November 2023
How your brain tries to protect you: Psychologist's insights
Human brain is a complex and understudied body part that constantly surprises us. One of its functions is to protect your mental state from anxiety, stress, and traumas.
Kate Yakimchuk brain protection Psychology 16 November 2023
It's not just about jealousy: Psychologist's insights
One of the most popular mistakes that people make is assuming that everyone who dislikes them is just jealous in one way or another. While jealousy is actually a pretty common thing, it's not the only thing that can make someone dislike you in the first place.
Kate Yakimchuk jealousy relationship Psychology 16 November 2023
How your mental state affects your appearance: Psychologist's insights
Most people can intuitively understand that something is wrong when they see a person going through some mental issues. They don't always look dirty or shaggy - there are lots of more subtle signs that human brain sees automatically.
Kate Yakimchuk appearance stress Psychology 16 November 2023
Animal psychologists: What do they do?
People need psychologists to talk about their thoughts and mental issues, but why do animals need psychologists? Actually, these specialists can be quite helpful, especially for people who own pets with mental or behavioral issues.
Kate Yakimchuk pets training psychologist Animals 15 November 2023
Change your look to feel better: Psychologist's tips
Some people can't understand why others constantly change the way they look, but it can actually be quite beneficial. For many people, changing the way they look can be good for their mental state, helping them feel happier about themselves.
Kate Yakimchuk appearance mood happiness Psychology 13 November 2023
Coping with panic attack: Psychologist's tips
When something goes wrong, some people tend to panic - it's a pretty natural reaction for emotional and vulnerable people. Meanwhile, you should still know how to cope with your panic, so you can make rational and reasonable decisions.
Kate Yakimchuk stress anxiety tips Psychology 12 November 2023
Not everyone gets PTSD: A new study on trauma
After huge traumatic events, some people can develop PTSD - a serious disorder that can affect their lives strongly. The question is, why only some people have it, but not everyone?
Kate Yakimchuk research trauma Psychology 9 November 2023
Signs of toxicity: Psychologist's insights
Toxic people aren't always easy to detect - they tend to hide their real self, so they can get what they want from people around them. Meanwhile, some signs can actually help you recognize a toxic person, so you can stay away from them.
Kate Yakimchuk toxicity communication signs Psychology 6 November 2023
Protecting your boundaries: Psychologist's tips
Not everyone naturally knows how to protect their personal boundaries, and that's fine - you can always learn that! While protecting your boundaries can be a bit tough at first, you can learn it over time and make your life more comfortable.
Kate Yakimchuk boundaries tips Psychology 5 November 2023
Generosity can be pathological: Psychologist's insights
Being generous is great - you can help your closest people a lot, so they can love you even more. Meanwhile, excessive generosity can be bad sometimes, so everything should be moderate.
Kate Yakimchuk communication Psychology 5 November 2023
Unfounded resentment: Psychologist's tips
If you find yourself in a situation when someone has an unfounded resentment towards you, then you should know how to react properly. In most cases, the best thing you can do is to stay calm and confident - but what should you do next?
Kate Yakimchuk resentment tips boundaries Psychology 5 November 2023