Speak up despite the labels - the more people who refuse to be silenced the weaker the psychological hold becomes.

The power and perils of coercive language and understanding double binds

Farmers can spend hours filling out complicated forms. This takes time away from core farming activities,

The Illusory Truth Effect and how it is used to manipulate you.

Social and Political Uses of “Phobia”: Islamophobia, Homophobia, and More

A phobia is more than just a fleeting feeling of discomfort or a strong dislike; it is a profound, often debilitating fear of a specific...

*Cognitive dissonance* refers to the psychological discomfort experienced when we hold conflicting beliefs, attitudes, or behaviours...

embracing the unknown with confidence

Politicians and influential figures often rely on nominalisations to soften their statements and make them harder to challenge.

A boundary is a clear line that distinguishes your personal space, values, and needs from those of others. It's a limit that helps...

The path to overcoming phobias

If you can't think of anything nice to say, then you shouldn't say anything at all. This age-old adage emphasises the importance of...

In Chapter 7 of The Anxious Mind,  Jonathan Haidt explores how smartphones and social media have created digital traps where boys often...

In Chapter 6 of The Anxious Generation,  Jonathan Haidt delves into the profound effects of social media on girls, who are particularly...

Capiophobia

It’s troubling to see how society seems to have developed a cognitive distortion where the perpetrator is often given the benefit of the...

Reflections on Chapter 2 of "The Anxious Generation" by Jonathan Haidt I'm offering insights into the significant themes of this...

Reflections on "The Anxious Generation" by Jonathan Haidt I'm currently listening to "The Anxious Generation" by Jonathan Haidt on...