A common belief is that compulsive behaviors trap people in a “habit loop” that takes over self-control. New research, however, suggests this explanation may be incomplete. For many years, compulsive ...

Truly self-aware people tend to do two things incredibly well, according to clinical psychologist Melanie A. McNally: they acknowledge their emotions, feelings, and behaviors, while also regulating ...

When it comes to human behavior, we often find ourselves treading a fine line between what's socially acceptable and what's downright odd. Sometimes, you know what you're doing is bizarre, yet you ...

As much as we might wish differently, we can’t control how other people perceive us. No matter what, we can’t make everyone like us; more often not, other people’s opinions have more to do with ...

Understanding why people behave the way they do can be as complex as untangling a pair of earbuds. Often, the underlying issue is a deep-seated feeling of being unlovable. This can manifest in various ...

Everyone gets angry sometimes, but not everyone shows it. Some people are better than others at hiding their anger, but it slips out in other ways. Maybe you've noticed strange habits in someone you ...

The line between confidence and narcissism can often seem blurrier than the latest Instagram filter. While being self-assured is a desirable trait, some habits we perceive as confidence may actually ...

When confronted about their hurtful words or actions, certain people immediately defend themselves with predictable excuses. Understanding these patterns might help you navigate difficult ...

Loneliness can be a full-body experience—yes, we said "body." "Loneliness is more than just a feeling—it is a signal from your brain, like hunger or thirst, telling you something is missing," explains ...

Tension: We want to be respected for who we are, yet often alter ourselves to earn it in the moment. Noise: Pop culture distorts respect into quick hacks and surface-level traits, overlooking the ...

It’s a perplexing paradox when genuinely nice people lack close friends. These are the folks who would go the extra mile for others, yet struggle to forge strong bonds. The reason is often rooted in ...

I’ve often been asked to address how to deal with a person with a mental illness or a substance abuse issue who is very symptomatic and who may be displaying unusual, disruptive or challenging ...