Esoteric symbolism is a powerful self-development tool. You can use it as a guide through life and to make decisions with confidence. But you need to know the difference between esoteric symbolism vs exoteric symbolism. Unless you know the hidden meaning of the esoteric symbols that reveal a deeper meaning to world mythology, symbolism is […]

Self-loathing is a strong and often intense feeling of dislike, disgust, or hatred directed toward oneself. It involves a negative self-perception and can manifest in various ways, both emotionally and behaviourally.  In the most extreme cases, self-loathing leads to self-harm. The underlying cause is either because there is something you hate about your physical appearance […]

In this article, we explore how the availability heuristic works and take a look at its benefits and pitfalls. We make a lot of decisions every day. Our decisions range from simple matters such as what to wear to more complex matters like attempting to determine why a particular incident happened. (This is where an […]

Irrational guilt is a complex emotional response that arises when an individual believes they have done something morally or ethically wrong. It can also surface if you fail to meet the values and principles you set for yourself.  Although guilt can manifest in various ways, the emotional response can be divided into two categories; intrinsic […]

Eyeglasses are commonly used to treat vision impairments, but psychological assumptions are still made about the people who wear them.  A study published in Cureus found that because this eyewear typically changes someone’s physical appearance, it also transforms image perception towards glasses wearers. To illustrate, the study’s participants rated images of spectacle wearers as less attractive, […]

A key goal in life is, or should be, to become self-actualised. This is a term used by renowned psychologist Abraham Maslow when describing his theory of human motivation and the Hierarchy of Needs. Maslow defined self-actualisation as the:  “…ongoing actualisation of potentials, capacities and talents, as fulfilment of mission (or call, fate, destiny, or […]

Self-determination refers to the ability of individuals to make choices, set goals, and take actions that align with their values and desires. While self-determination is a fundamental aspect of personal autonomy and well-being, it can often result in mere wishful thinking. Before you can fulfil the personal goals you fantasize about, you need the motivation […]

Discover what perfectionism is and how perfectionism can have a negative affect on your relationships and general well-being.

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When you engage in moderate exercise activities, such as brisk walking and nature walks, it increases your heart rate. Endorphins are released in response to physical stress and contribute to various positive effects on elevated mood and overall mental well-being.