Mindbody Disorders: How They Develop From Emotional Issues

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How do mindbody disorders develop? What happens when the mind tries to suppress deep-rooted emotions? According to John E. Sarno, repressed stress and unconscious emotional factors like anger, anxiety, or trauma can lead to physical symptoms. These physical symptoms then manifest into mindbody disorders. Continue reading to learn how mindbody disorders progress over time.

Evolution and Morality: Daniel Dennett Explores Reciprocity

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What drives our understanding of right and wrong? How did humans develop their moral systems? In Darwin’s Dangerous Idea, Daniel Dennett explores the connection between evolution and morality. He asserts that, from basic reciprocity in early human societies to complex moral frameworks, our ethical systems have evolved through cultural transmission and social learning. Keep reading to discover how simple acts of sharing and cooperation have shaped the moral principles we live by today.

Technology Addiction in Youth: How Adults Can Prevent It

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Is technology addiction in youth something we should be concerned about? Why are children more susceptible to addiction? Children and young people are especially vulnerable to addiction because they haven’t yet developed the adult capacity for self-control. Addiction can have worse consequences for children and adolescents, too, because it disrupts normal psychological development. Continue reading to learn how to protect the next generation from a technology addiction.

Why Overprotective Parenting Is Setting Your Child Back

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Why should you let your children experience hardship? What can happen if your children don’t learn to handle pain? According to psychotherapist Amy Morin, being an overprotective parent who handles your children’s problems will cause more issues for them in the long run. Children need to learn how to overcome struggles and build confidence. Here’s why you need to learn to step back and let your child struggle, even though it’s difficult.

Do You Trust Your Mind? Perhaps You Should Think Again

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Why does your mind sometimes fail to recognize real danger? What makes your memories and perceptions less reliable than you might think? In You Are Not So Smart, David McRaney reveals surprising insights about how our minds can deceive us. From underreacting to threats to forming inaccurate memories, our brains often work in ways that don’t serve our best interests. Keep reading to discover why you shouldn’t always trust your mind and learn practical strategies to overcome these cognitive shortcomings.

You Only Die Once: Book Overview & Takeaways (Jodi Wellman)

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What would it take to feel truly alive and energized in your daily life? How can facing your own mortality help you create a more meaningful existence? In You Only Die Once, Jodi Wellman explores how acknowledging death can transform the way we live. She introduces practical strategies to balance vitality and meaning, helping readers craft lives filled with purpose and joy. Keep reading for our You Only Die Once book overview, and discover how embracing your mortality might be the key to living your best life right now.

4 Technology Addiction Solutions for Adults and Teens

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Do you or someone you know suffer from technology addiction? What are ways to overcome this behavioral addiction? Knowing that we’re intrinsically vulnerable to addiction, tech developers can aim to create experiences that make healthy behaviors more habit-forming. However, this doesn’t mean it’s impossible to escape an addiction to technology. Discover several technology addiction solutions for people who already have it.

What Is Normalcy Bias? Why We Underestimate Danger

A relaxed man who is not frightened by a tiger illustrates what normalcy bias is

What happens in our minds when we face threats? What is normalcy bias, and how might it endanger us? In You Are Not So Smart, David McRaney explores what normalcy bias is and how this psychological phenomenon affects our response to dangerous situations. This mental quirk leads us to downplay threats and maintain a false sense of security, even when faced with clear warning signs. Keep reading to discover practical ways to overcome this survival-hampering mindset and better protect yourself in threatening situations.

Mindbody Syndrome Treatment: How to Overcome TMS and More

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What’s the treatment for mindbody syndromes? How is TMS treated with psychological help? Dr. John E. Sarno says that his mindbody syndrome treatment focuses on helping patients become aware of repressed feelings and process them in a healthy way. He then outlines his specific approach to treating TMS as well as other disorders (such as fibromyalgia) that, according to Sarno, may be psychosomatic.  Discover how patients can overcome their mindbody syndromes.