Have you ever taken a personality test and found you don’t neatly fit into the introvert or extrovert categories? Maybe you identify as an “ambivert,” showing traits of both. We seem to love these assessments—they help us understand ourselves, even if not all are scientifically validated. Recently, psychiatrist Dr. Rami Kaminski introduced a new label—the “Otrovert.” Otroverts…

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Have you ever felt paralyzed by anxiety? You’re moving through life when suddenly your brain latches onto a thought, memory, or fear. In an instant, your body shifts into alarm mode—your heart races, your stomach clenches, your mind floods with “what ifs.” Anxiety can feel like it hijacks your whole system without warning. This process…

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Blame is everywhere—in politics, in the workplace, on social media, and even in our closest relationships. It’s become such a normal part of life that we often don’t even notice how quickly we point the finger. But here’s the truth: blame is toxic. It erodes trust, damages relationships, and keeps us stuck instead of moving…

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Have you ever heard someone say, “You’re just like your mother” or “You did better than so-and-so”? Whether we admit it or not, comparisons surround us—and we join in all the time. We compare how we look, how we perform at work, how we parent, even how we worship. The pull is strong. But here’s…

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Marijuana use in America has reached record highs, surpassing even alcohol consumption. Across the country, states have legalized cannabis for medical purposes, while others have pushed to legalize it for recreational use. But here’s the pressing question: is marijuana truly “medical,” or have we been misled by powerful lobbyists and profit-driven campaigns? Honestly, there is…

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