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Why You Have Too Much Stuff (& It’s Not Making You Happy)

Do you feel like you own too much stuff? Here are four psychological reasons why we tend to accumulate things we don’t need.

December 27, 2025January 20, 2026, by Hannah Aster
  • Lifestyle
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    • Psychology
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The Mind-Body Connection’s Impact on Health, Explained

The mind and the body are more connected than you might think. Discover more about how they work together to influence your health.

December 26, 2025December 24, 2025, by Katie Doll
  • Health
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    • Psychology
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A man looking back at a reflection of himself as an example of mind-body dualism

How Mind-Body Dualism Affects Health and Free Will

The concept of mind-body dualism has sparked conversations related to free will and health for centuries. Read more about it here.

December 23, 2025December 24, 2025, by Katie Doll
  • Philosophy & Ethics
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    • Psychology
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A stressed out person with a scarcity mindset

What Is a Scarcity Mindset? Pros, Cons, and More

Are you afraid of loss or not having enough of something? That might be the result of a scarcity mindset. Learn more about it here.

December 18, 2025December 24, 2025, by Katie Doll
  • Philosophy & Ethics
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    • Psychology
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A man on a treadmill at the gym exercising his willpower to reach his goals

How to Exercise Your Willpower Without Depleting It

How can you exercise willpower without depleting your tank? Here’s advice from experts on how to set and reach your goals.

December 17, 2025December 19, 2025, by Hannah Aster
  • Motivation & Focus
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    • Psychology
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A woman leaning on a counter in front of a plate of cookies, exercising her willpower

What Is Willpower & Where Does It Come From? The Science

What is willpower and where does it come from? Learn what role the prefrontal cortex plays and why glucose levels matter.

December 15, 2025December 19, 2025, by Hannah Aster
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Learning From Failure: The Benefits and 8 Helpful Tactics

Failure is just another step towards success. Discover why making mistakes is actually helpful and how to learn from failure.

December 13, 2025December 15, 2025, by Katie Doll
  • Psychology
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    • Self-Improvement
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A woman wearing a mask, trying to overcome imposter syndrome

Overcoming Imposter Syndrome: 8 Strategies From Experts

Many people suffer from feeling like an imposter in their everyday lives or at work. Let’s dive into how to overcome imposter syndrome.

December 9, 2025December 18, 2025, by Katie Doll
  • Career & Work
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    • Psychology
    • Self-Improvement
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A man walking on a tightrope to take a risk

How to Take Risks: 4 Tips for Making Smart Bets

A safe bet is good every once in a while, but a risk can set you up for success. Discover how to take risks and why they’re important.

November 15, 2025November 18, 2025, by Katie Doll
  • Personal Life
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    • Psychology
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Game Theory, Explained: How People Make Certain Choices

Game theory is the study of how people or groups make strategic decisions when their choices affect one another. Here’s an overview with examples.

November 13, 2025November 18, 2025, by Katie Doll
  • Psychology
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    • Society & Culture
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