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Tag: Psychology

Am I Just a Product of My Environment?: Reviewing Skye Cleary’s How to Be Authentic

In HOW TO BE AUTHENTIC: Simone de Beauvoir and The Quest For Fulfillment, Skye Cleary resurrects the prominent feminist philosopher. … More

Existential Philosophy, Existentialism, Feminism, Mental Health, Philosophy, Psychology, Simone de Beauvoir

Stuck in Indecision: Why Are We Terrified of Making Choices?

I spent most of my life living in fear. As a kid, I was terrified of the dark and sleeping … More

Anxiety, Existentialism, Growth, Mental Health, Personal Development, Philosophy, Psychology

STM Podcast Co-Host Chooses Between Jay-Z Or Tupac — Tupac Uncensored

Co-host of the popular Seize The Moment podcast, Leon Garber, explains why he chooses Tupac Shakur over Jay-Z. Appearing on … More

2Pac, Hip Hop, Mental Health, Music, Philosophy, Psychology

Everyday Masochism: Why Are We Workaholics?

Masochism is self-discipline run amok. Human nature seems to reside in extremes. I don’t know why, but when we do … More

Anxiety, Depression, Growth, Masochism, Mental Health, Mental Illness, Perfectionism, Psychology, Workoholics

Still I Rise: Why Being an Underdog is Better than Being Born into Privilege

America loves underdogs. Think about your favorite films and consider what you loved most about those stories. For many of … More

Anxiety, Depression, Growth, Mental Health, Mental Illness, Personal Development, Psychology

Why We Tend Not to Challenge Our Core Beliefs about the World and Ourselves

When I was an undergraduate student, my ancient philosophy professor told us: Don’t ever become satisfied; otherwise, you’ll become complacent. … More

Anxiety, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Depression, Mental Health, Mental Illness, Philosophy, Psychology

Taming Perfectionism: Why a Sense of Entitlement is Based on Fear

Have you ever heard of mental filtering? Do you recall any experiences of it? How is the mind able to … More

Dating, Growth, Mental Health, Mental Illness, Perfectionism, Personal Development, Psychology

The People-Pleaser Within: Why It’s Important to Know the Difference Between Being Liked and Respected

Parents often ask themselves: How much do I want my child to love me? Black and white thinking can, sometimes, … More

Anxiety, Depression, Growth, Mental Health, Mental Illness, Perfectionism, Personal Development, Psychology

William Irwin Talks Turning Philosophy Into Poetry — Hip Hop XXIV

On episode 103, Seize The Moment podcast welcomed back philosopher William Irwin to discuss poetry and philosophy, plus William’s new … More

Growth, Mental Health, Philosophy, Poetry, Psychology

The Art of Struggle: Why You Should Do Difficult Activities to Manage Your Anxiety

When left alone, anxiety becomes a monster. Obsession, ambition, and fear are always linked. The more ambitious you are, the … More

Anxiety, Depression, Growth, Mental Health, Mental Illness, Psychology, Success

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