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Irina Zhuravleva is a psychologist and journalist with over 15 years of experience in both fields. She began her career as a clinical psychologist, specializing in relationship counseling and emotional well-being. After earning her Ph.D. in psychology, Irina discovered her passion for storytelling and transitioned into journalism. She worked as a columnist for several renowned magazines, writing about mental health, personal growth, and social issues.

Irina is also the author of two best-selling books that explore the intersection of psychology and modern life. Alongside her writing, she continues to provide private counseling sessions and frequently appears as a guest speaker at international conferences. Her unique ability to blend scientific expertise with compelling narratives has made her a trusted voice in both psychology and media.

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The 7 Stages of a Breakup – Your Complete Recovery Roadmap
The 7 Stages of a Breakup – Your Complete Recovery Roadmap

Action: set a calendar block for 30 days, remove triggers from phone, and use a single five-line daily log (sleep hours, appetite, energy, one positive...

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05 December, 2025
Feeling Touch Starved in Your Relationship? Here’s What You Need to Know
Feeling Touch Starved in Your Relationship? Here’s What You Need to Know

Concrete action: implement a daily 5-minute nonsexual physical-contact ritual after waking or before sleep – hold hands, place a palm on the partner’s chest, or...

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05 December, 2025
Unhealthy Soul Tie Signs – How to Break It and Heal
Unhealthy Soul Tie Signs – How to Break It and Heal

Start with strict no-contact for 30 days: block numbers, mute profiles, remove shared photos to sharply reduce the pull; create clear mental space that supports...

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05 December, 2025
How to Spot Someone with a God Complex – What to Do About It – From Experts
How to Spot Someone with a God Complex – What to Do About It – From Experts

Immediately enforce a written code of conduct: restrict access to funds and decision channels, require dual approval for transfers, and make it clear thats non-negotiable....

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05 December, 2025
How to Make a Long-Distance Relationship Work – Practical Tips for Communication and Trust
How to Make a Long-Distance Relationship Work – Practical Tips for Communication and Trust

Promise: both persons sign a simple pact – urgent messages answered on the phone within 4 hours, non‑urgent replies within 24 hours. Give reciprocal access...

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05 December, 2025
Blog Details – Crafting Engaging Posts That Rank
Blog Details – Crafting Engaging Posts That Rank

Use a clear headline formula: primary keyword + benefit + timeframe. Include schema for article and FAQ to gain rich snippets; aim for 3–5 FAQs...

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05 December, 2025
Big Five Personality Traits and Relationship Satisfaction – Direct Effects and Correlated Change Over Time
Big Five Personality Traits and Relationship Satisfaction – Direct Effects and Correlated Change Over Time

Recommendation: implement a baseline battery that captures key dispositional domains; trigger brief intervention when scores exceed 1.0 SD above sample mean since such elevations predicted...

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05 December, 2025
165 Essential Questions to Ask Your Partner at Every Stage
165 Essential Questions to Ask Your Partner at Every Stage

Schedule a 30-minute weekly check-in during which you are discussing priorities, give honest feedback, and name the hardest challenges to resolve; record two concrete actions...

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05 December, 2025
What Is Ghosting? Meaning, Signs, and How to Move On
What Is Ghosting? Meaning, Signs, and How to Move On

If communication started strong then stopped, stop initiating contact after three attempts within 72 hours; document timestamps, mute notifications, preserve safety. Research shows unilateral silence...

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05 December, 2025
Yes, You Can Safely Leave a Narcissist – Here’s How to Exit Safely and Protect Yourself
Yes, You Can Safely Leave a Narcissist – Here’s How to Exit Safely and Protect Yourself

Immediate recommendation: create a safety plan that lists escape routes, code words, three trusted contacts, copies of ID, recent bank statements. closure should not be...

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05 December, 2025
Divorce vs. Annulment – What’s the Difference and How It Affects Your Legal Status
Divorce vs. Annulment – What’s the Difference and How It Affects Your Legal Status

Quick recommendation: consider statutory voiding first; if marriage is void due to bigamy, incest, underage consent, start petitioning for nullification; if youre having contested property...

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05 December, 2025
Christmas Parties – A Practical Guide for the Socially Anxious – Tips to Navigate Holiday Gatherings
Christmas Parties – A Practical Guide for the Socially Anxious – Tips to Navigate Holiday Gatherings

Arrive 15–30 minutes late to reduce intense initial rush when crowd peaks; finding a quiet corner while guests already mingle makes it easier to manage...

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05 December, 2025
4 Predictors of Divorce and How to Cope – Practical Tips to Save Your Relationship
4 Predictors of Divorce and How to Cope – Practical Tips to Save Your Relationship

Start with one concrete action: schedule a 15-minute morning check; stop covert phone checks; introduce a no-name-calling rule that bans “idiot” during arguments; measure compliance...

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05 December, 2025
We’ve All Been There – 25 Sweet and Simple Ways to Cheer Up Your Partner
We’ve All Been There – 25 Sweet and Simple Ways to Cheer Up Your Partner

Offer a focused 10-minute listening session right now: ask, “What feels most draining?” Repeat the first three thoughts back aloud, label emotions briefly, then affirm...

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05 December, 2025
6 Common Communication Mistakes Couples Make—and How to Fix Them
6 Common Communication Mistakes Couples Make—and How to Fix Them

Start a timed weekly check‑in at the kitchen table: 20 minutes total, 5 minutes uninterrupted per person, 2 minutes for questions, and 6 minutes for...

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05 December, 2025
How to Recognize and Cope With Emotional Stress – Practical Strategies for Better Mental Health
How to Recognize and Cope With Emotional Stress – Practical Strategies for Better Mental Health

Start with a 5-minute breathing protocol: set a watch, inhale 4 seconds, hold 4 seconds, exhale 6 seconds; repeat six cycles. Taking this practice during...

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05 December, 2025
Sleep Better with Meditation and Mindfulness – A Practical Guide
Sleep Better with Meditation and Mindfulness – A Practical Guide

Follow a 10-minute pre-rest protocol: 2 minutes diaphragmatic breathing for refocusing; 3 minutes progressive relaxation across seven poses; 5 minutes guided imagery focused on a...

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05 December, 2025
How to Deal With a Narcissistic Parent – Boundaries and Coping
How to Deal With a Narcissistic Parent – Boundaries and Coping

Tell them one concrete rule out loud: “I leave conversations that escalate.” Follow through by walking away, ending contact for 24 hours or more. This...

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05 December, 2025
The Key to Intentional Living – Live with the End in Mind
The Key to Intentional Living – Live with the End in Mind

Set a five-year target now: write 3 measurable outcomes for career, health, relationships, assign deadlines and one numeric KPI per outcome. Use a long-term roadmap...

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05 December, 2025
Keys to a Happier Marriage – Don’t Demand Change from Your Spouse, Psychologists Say
Keys to a Happier Marriage – Don’t Demand Change from Your Spouse, Psychologists Say

Make the request concrete: identify the single behavior you want altered, agree on an objective assessment (for example, number of uninterrupted 10‑minute conversations per week),...

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05 December, 2025
3 Core Components of a Healthy Relationship – Communication, Trust, and Respect
3 Core Components of a Healthy Relationship – Communication, Trust, and Respect

Start with three fixed items: facts, feelings, next steps. Use a timer; spend five minutes per item, note outcomes in a shared file. This method...

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05 December, 2025
5 Essential Components of Emotional Intelligence to Lead More Effectively
5 Essential Components of Emotional Intelligence to Lead More Effectively

Start a 10-minute weekly “react check” with each direct report: have them describe one recent tense interaction, spend 60 seconds practicing an empathic summary, then...

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05 December, 2025
15 Signs of Passive-Aggressive Behavior With Examples – How to Recognize and Respond
15 Signs of Passive-Aggressive Behavior With Examples – How to Recognize and Respond

If youre experiencing withholding of effort from a teammate, act immediately: name the exact task; set a single calendar-bound deadline; state one measurable outcome; measure...

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05 December, 2025
You’re Not in Love, You’re Addicted – How to Recognize and Overcome Love Addiction
You’re Not in Love, You’re Addicted – How to Recognize and Overcome Love Addiction

Start a 14-day craving log immediately: record every urge to contact a partner, timestamp, intensity on a 0–10 scale, trigger, action taken, short outcome; review...

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05 December, 2025