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8 Small Reminders in Crisis

Overthinking: Write it down. Anxiety: Practice meditation. Stress: Take a walk. Fatigue: Take a rest. Unhappiness: Exercise. Excitability: Listen to calming music. Distraction: Turn off your phone. Depression: Read a book.... Read All



Mental Manipulation: How to Stop It

Manipulation is one of humanity’s oldest psychological tools. At its core, it’s a way to influence others, often without their awareness. Think of a fisherman baiting a hook; the fish doesn’t realize it’s being lured until it’s too late. This subtle control, while sometimes harmless in nature, can b... Read All

15 Key Principles for a Strong Mindset

1. Relying solely on motivation is unstable. Build good habits for yourself. As soon as you feel good, define and practice useful habits for yourself. Good sleep, healthy food, cutting toxic relationships, avoiding social media and negative news, and doing productive tasks are things you should do ... Read All


32 Unanswerable Questions… Answered!

A while back, while browsing the web, I stumbled upon a page titled “32 Unanswerable Questions.” The idea intrigued me. Are these questions really unanswerable? I started reading and quickly realized that most of them actually do have answers, at least partial ones. So, for fun, I decided to tackle ... Read All

The Ultimate Guide to Being Cool

Ever met people who are effortlessly laid-back, charming, and seem to be the life of every gathering? If you’re not one of them, you’ve probably wondered: what do they have that I don’t? Can I develop some of their traits? The good news is, yes. The bad news is, it’s not easy. These people possess ... Read All

What Does a Healthy Relationship Look Like?

In a healthy and fulfilling relationship, you can expect the following qualities:1. Mutual Respect Respect and trust are the cornerstones of any healthy relationship. Mocking, disregarding, not taking each other’s words seriously, or ignoring each other’s desires, whether by you or your partner, ar... Read All

May 28, 2022, Tabriz

When you control everything for a long time, or at least have the illusion that everything is under your control, you imagine a superhuman power for yourself and think that the misfortunes that happen to others won’t happen to you. You believe you can feel any emotion whenever you want and move towa... Read All

14 Signs You’re Not Special

We all want to feel special, unique, and destined for greatness. But sometimes, it’s important to face the harsh truth: our actions, or lack thereof, may be holding us back. Here’s a wake-up call: if these 14 traits resonate with you, it’s time to rethink your approach to life. 1. Obsessively Follo... Read All