Communicating with our own parents can be a major challenge for us, starting as early as adolescence. It can become even more difficult as our parents grow older. How can we cope with this?
Death—an opportunity?
Death is an inseparable companion of human life. Whether it is a welcome companion, however, is a completely different story…
Why do I need psychotherapy?
This question crosses the minds of many people. The answer to it could be crucial to the quality of our future lives.
How can I save my relationship?
Few people realize that it is possible to predict, with a high degree of certainty (about 94%), whether a relationship will last or fall apart. Scientists have known this since the early 1990s.
Who does the city belong to?
People created the city for themselves. It was meant to improve their lives, meet their diverse needs, and foster the development of technology and culture in the broadest sense. Yet it seems that the creation itself has outgrown its creator. Do people truly rule over cities today? Or is this merely an illusion, sanctioned by law and administration, which they are unable to make a reality? In that case, can we speak of ownership …
Secret societies
Secret societies fascinate many people, but they also make them uneasy. In this article, we will examine some of the psychosocial aspects of how they operate, the motivations of their members, and public attitudes toward such societies.
What's missing but is actually there
Many. In truth, it’s hard to say exactly how many people carry emotional wounds and feel a sense of loss related to their childhood and family of origin. Sometimes these wounds take a specific form; other times, they are vague and undefined. Let’s take a closer look at them and consider what we can do about them.
Aggression or violence?
It is a common misconception that aggression and violence are the same thing. As a result, these terms are often used interchangeably. However, this is not the case. In this article, you will learn the differences between them.
Incompetence or doubts?
“It depends…”—this is one of the most irritating phrases we hear from experts and so-called “experts” in various fields. We hear it particularly often in the context of psychology and psychotherapy. In this article, I will explain when it may or may not be justified, and when it is simply a sign of incompetence.
The Lives of Others, Part 2 – Celebrities
Today, we’re taking a closer look at the more glamorous side of other people’s lives—celebrities. Why are we so interested in—and even excited by—their lives? Is there any value to be found in this?