If just mentioning the word “money” gives you a stomach ache, don’t worry — you’re not alone. Money is an ever-present part of our lives, influencing not only our bank accounts but also our emotions, relationships, and overall well-being. Finances are linked to many personal sentiments, including feelings of success, and there’s no denying that …

Ah, the human body – so fascinating and baffling at the same time. With so many scientific breakthroughs, there’s always something new to uncover about human anatomy. With that in mind, don’t forget how special you are. “Every one of us is, in the cosmic perspective, precious. If a human disagrees with you, let him …

Shyness is categorized as a feeling of awkwardness and discomfort, especially around others. In a world dominated by extroverted and gregarious personalities, shy people have had to learn how to cope and thrive. Just because some people can socialize better than shy people doesn’t mean they’re superior. Shy guys actually can have quite a few …

Have you ever wondered what goes on in the minds of teenagers? Growing up is a challenge every person will face at some point, but knowing what’s “normal” in this period of growth can be tricky to understand. If you’re a concerned parent, a friend, or perhaps a teen looking for answers about yourself during …

The more you know, the better, right? But what happens when you cross the line between what is normal into the realm of the abnormal? Simple. You dive into a wonderful world of the weird. While there are aspects of human behavior that you share with every other person on the planet, others are a …

Ending things with your significant other is never easy. Separations can be heartbreaking and cause a range of issues. Many people don’t realize the psychological effect it can have on us. From depression to physical pain, losing your partner can be tough. Certain things may be obvious, like feeling sad and lacking in self-confidence, but …

If you’ve ever wondered why you have a type, or maybe why you’ve never been interested in dating at all, these psychological facts about attraction may surprise you. The science behind human attraction is a complex phenomenon researchers from various fields continue to ponder to this day. Patterns continue to emerge around the ways in …

Ghosts, specters, and apparitions have been part of our social consciousness since the very beginning of time. Whether or not they are real, ghosts have been an effective learning tool for humanity. Devout believers and stout skeptics have agreed that some curious psychological facts about ghosts are simply undeniable. Photo by Stefano Pollio on Unsplash …

Some say that women are complicated, but is the nature of female attraction as confusing as you might think? Psychologists — and, let’s be honest, men — have been trying to understand the nature of women and what they like for ages. One thing about women is that they tend to be more selective and …

The topic of sex can be an awkward one, even after all the progress societies have made as the world shifts and becomes more open in all aspects. As a lingering taboo area in most cultures, it’s not always easy to approach sex-related subject matter in ways that are less shameful and more empowering. Like …

Outgoing, jovial, and communicative — those are some core characteristics of extroverted people. But there are a lot of misconceptions about extroverts. Some claim that extroverts tend to be bad listeners, they don’t like alone time, or they are shallow conversationalists. That couldn’t be further from the truth. These stereotypes often cloud one’s judgment towards …