The hidden costs of secrets: The impact on mental health On average, people carry 13 secrets with them, at least five of which are never shared. This invisible burden affects mental health in fundamental ways, often without conscious awareness. In a world that idealises transparency and authenticity, the psychology of secrets is complex and multi-layered. […]
Breaking the Cycle: A Guide for Parents with Childhood Trauma All grown up childhood trauma survivors fear to carry unresolved childhood trauma into their parenting roles, and over 60% of adults with unresolved trauma, do so indeed. For these individuals, every tantrum, emotional overwhelm, or parenting challenge can trigger old memories and bring intense feelings
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The Science of Flow: 5 Keys to Unlocking Your Peak Performance Have you ever been so absorbed in an activity that time seemed to stand still? That’s not just luck – it’s a scientifically proven state called “flow,” and it might be the key to unlocking your full potential. In today’s world of constant notifications
Empathetic Leadership: A New Approach to Building Successful Teams Recent studies highlight an urgent need for empathy in leadership. According to a Harvard Business Review study, 91% of employees consider empathetic leadership critical for workplace satisfaction, yet only 24% of leaders feel they actively practice it. This gap has significant consequences, impacting both talent retention
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Scientific Insights for a Meaningful Life: 10 Key Findings Introduction: Why Understanding Meaning Matters Living a meaningful life means growing in alignment with your values and aspirations. Science demonstrates that meaning and purpose are not merely philosophical concepts but directly influence mental and physical well-being. This guide explores the latest research and translates it into
🎄✨ End-of-Year Reflection & Holiday Announcement! ✨🎄 As the year winds down, even the brightest minds need a moment to rest and recharge—yes, even Professor Freud is taking a holiday! 🌟 At Psychologie Halensee, we’re embracing the season’s spirit by closing our doors until the new year. This pause isn’t just a break; it’s an
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Courageous decisions: Entrepreneurial spirit in times of uncertainty Today’s business world is characterised by volatility, uncertainty, complexity and ambiguity – VUCA for short. But while these terms are conjured up like a spectre, making decisions in the face of insufficient information has always been a central component of entrepreneurial activity. Dealing with uncertainty defines the
Building a strong relationship – more closeness and cohesion Love at first sight may start a relationship, but it is the daily decisions and actions that keep it alive. According to studies, couples who consciously work on their relationship are much more likely to remain happy in the long term. But what does it actually
The hidden truth about our brain’s blind spots: Understanding inattentional blindness Imagine this: You are carefully counting the passes of basketball players in a video when you are suddenly asked if you have noticed the gorilla. “What gorilla?”, you might answer in amazement. This world-famous experiment reveals a fascinating peculiarity of human perception – inattentional
Seven strategies for students: overcoming career uncertainty Did you know that 85% of the professions that will exist in 2030 do not yet exist today? In a world of constant change, uncertainty in the professional world is a challenge for many students and young professionals – but also an opportunity. This blog post will help
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