Darya Sinusoid, Author at Shortform Books

Learned Nonuse: The Side-Effect of Injured Limbs

What is learned nonuse in psychology? What are some ways learned nonuse can be corrected? Learned nonuse is a behavioral phenomenon whereby the use of an affected extremity is suppressed due to previous failed attempts to use it. In other words, the individual learns not to use the weak limb—although it’s perfectly functional—because it’s easier to use the healthy limb. Keep reading to learn about learned nonuse, why it happens, and ways to correct it.

Why You Should Believe in Something Bigger Than Yourself

Do you believe in something bigger than yourself? How does belief in a higher power contribute to your psychological well-being? Studies have shown that those who believe in some kind of a higher power tend to be happier and less depressed and anxious than those who don’t. When you believe in a higher power—whether divine or secular—it gives you a feeling of control and a sense that life is inherently meaningful. Here’s why we need to believe in something greater than ourselves, according to Ryan Holiday.

Perseverance and Determination: The Keys to Achieving Goals

How can you keep working towards your goals when the going gets tough? How do you keep persevering and resist the temptation to give up? The road to your goals can be long and arduous. When you’re working towards an ambitious goal, it’s all too easy to become so consumed by the daily grind that you lose the motivation to keep going. To keep the course and avoid falling off track, you need to develop two virtues: perseverance and determination. Below are six strategies to help you persevere so you can step up, face the obstacles, and keep going.

What Is the “Inner Critic” in Psychology? (+ Its 5 Effects)

What is meant by the term “inner critic”? Why do people believe their inner critic? In psychology, the inner critic is the part of your psyche that criticizes, discourages, and puts your down. It is the voice in your head that constantly chastises you, fixates on negative memories, and worries excessively about negative scenarios. Let’s explore how over time, your inner critic can harm your success, happiness, and health.

Tips for Cultivating Stillness of the Body

Why is it important to practice stillness of the body? How does practicing stillness enrich your life experience and improve your well-being? Your body carries you through this world, so it’s important you take good care of it. This doesn’t just mean exercising, sleeping, and eating healthy. It’s also important to practice stillness of the body by optimizing your space, practicing healthy habits, and using your body to pursue enriching activities. Here are some ways to practice stillness within your body and physical space.

The Art of Acceptance and Letting Go

Why is it important to practice acceptance and letting go? How does the inability to accept things as they are eat away at your chance of finding happiness? Life is unpredictable, and it will throw curve balls at you sooner or later. Being able to accept and let go of what happened is a necessary life skill everyone should cultivate. With this in mind, here’s how to practice the art of acceptance and letting go.

The Benefits of Positive Self-Talk: Your Own Personal Mentor

Is your internal dialogue mostly positive or negative? How can you rewire your mind for more positivity? Our internal dialogue or self-talk is extremely important: It influences our happiness, health, and success. When your self-talk is positive, you move through life with calmness, enthusiasm, and ease. And when you encounter challenges, you don’t despair because you genuinely believe everything will turn out well. Keep reading to learn about the benefits of positive self-talk, according to neuroscientist and psychologist Ethan Kross.

Ryan Holiday: Stillness Is the Key (Book Overview)

What is Ryan Holiday’s Stillness Is the Key about? What is the key message to take away from the book? In Stillness Is the Key, Ryan Holiday takes us through the dimensions of the mind, soul, and body, explaining how to cultivate stillness. He explains that stillness is a state of being that can enrich our lives, guide us to make better decisions, and encourage a sense of connectedness to everything around us. Keep reading for the key takeaways from the book.

What Is Self-Talk? Psychologist Explains

What is self-talk? What happens in our brains when we’re engaging in self-talk? Self-talk is thoughts that take the form of silent words you “hear” in your mind. For most people, it’s a mundane occurrence because it happens automatically. Behind the scenes, however, it’s a complex psychological process. Keep reading to learn about the phenomenon of self-talk, according to Ethan Kross.

How to Reduce Brain Fog and Maintain Clear Thinking

Do you struggle with brain fog? What are some things you can do to help quiet the mental noise that prevents you from thinking clearly? If you have difficulty thinking clearly, you need to eliminate the junk information that muddies your mind and reduce the noise around you. According to Ryan Holiday, the foundation of clear thinking is having a maintenance routine to keep your mind still. With this in mind, here are some tips on how you can maintain mental clarity.