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So, you’ve met someone new, and now you’re feeling butterflies in your stomach. Exciting, isn’t it? But hold on. Do you truly like this person, or do you just like the idea of them? I know it’s tricky, but knowing whether you like someone or just the idea of them can save you from heartbreak down the…

So, you’ve had a few drinks in you, and now you’re thinking about how to sober up fast. Trust me, it happens to the best of us, so seeking answers for that isn’t too odd. Now, whether you need to shake off the alcohol before morning creeps up with its never-ending tasks, or you just don’t want to mess…

Double texting is when you send a text, wait for hours, and then press enter to send another text. This dilemma is what many of us face, so you’re not the only one. When communication is instant, and texting has become a norm, a new set of rules (written, of course) has popped up.  Most of which…

By now, you might be well aware of what dopamine, serotonin, and even cortisol do to your body and mind. In small waves, these hormones can have positive impacts, even cortisol (the stress hormone), but what happens when you overproduce these chemicals, especially cortisol? Well, that’s when…

If you have lost any of your loved ones, then this can be considered as the most painful instance in your life. This particular situation in life, where one experiences that they have lost a loved one, is called Bereavement. This situation is considered when the emotions are at their peak, and the…

We all have our chores to do and errands to run. So, it’s no wonder that we might just not want to do it, right? Won’t it be too good of an opportunity to pass on the chores to others? Well, I believe that it would be fine if some people didn’t do it on purpose. When a chore is given to someone,…

I tend to forget some things often, as I’m sure you might too, but are our memories playing a role in that? I used to think that my memory power was good, but then with time, I realized it wasn’t as reliable as it used to be. Do you know why that happens? There’s a psychological phenomenon called the…

I’ve been on the receiving end of some polite rejections myself, and let me tell you, it’s incredibly awkward to be at the receiving end of it. I’m sure you’ve faced this kind of situation before, too. Rejection hurts, no matter if you’re on the giving or receiving end. In any way, rejection…

Getting your feelings hurt and hurting others is regrettable, but these mistakes, in the end, help us grow and improve ourselves. That being said, emotional manipulation is a common tool that people might use to control and assert their dominance over others. If there are people in your life who might…

Warning: The content in this article can be triggering for some people. If you feel you don’t want to live anymore, contact 988 (National Suicide Prevention Helpline) or your nearest emergency number. Life always throws us one thing or another. Right when you feel you’ve gotten your feet under your…