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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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Join Blush – How to Choose and Apply Blush for a Flawless Look
Join Blush – How to Choose and Apply Blush for a Flawless Look

Recommendation: Start with a cream-to-powder tint matched to your undertone and apply 2 thin layers with a dense, angled brush – first a pea-sized amount...

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05 December, 2025
How to Stop Feeling Like You’re Behind in Life – Practical Steps to Regain Momentum
How to Stop Feeling Like You’re Behind in Life – Practical Steps to Regain Momentum

Allocate exactly 90 minutes in the morning: 50 minutes of concentrated work, a 10‑minute reset, then 30 minutes for finishing touches and logging outcomes. Track...

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05 December, 2025
How to Deal With Being Socially Awkward – Tips and Insights from TED Speaker and Author Ty Tashiro
How to Deal With Being Socially Awkward – Tips and Insights from TED Speaker and Author Ty Tashiro

Start by scheduling one 15-minute practice conversation each day; measure progress using a five-point scale, record results with timestamps. Collect specific information: log date, topic,...

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05 December, 2025
The Emotional Impact of Pain – How Pain Shapes Emotions
The Emotional Impact of Pain – How Pain Shapes Emotions

Immediate action: breathe 6 cycles of 4-4-6 (inhale 4s, hold 4s, exhale 6s) and apply a 5-4-3-2-1 sensory check while playing low-volume white noise; clinical...

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05 December, 2025
10 New Year’s Resolutions for Stress Relief
10 New Year’s Resolutions for Stress Relief

Schedule a daily 10-minute breathing checkpoint immediately upon waking: perform 4-count inhale, 6-count exhale, repeat 6 cycles; record three observations via writing: bodily sensations, clear...

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05 December, 2025
Chronic Stress and Health – Molecular Brain–Body Communication
Chronic Stress and Health – Molecular Brain–Body Communication

Recommendation: Measure a morning biomarker panel within 30 minutes after awakening – include salivary cortisol, high-sensitivity CRP (hs-CRP), interleukin-6 (IL-6), fasting glucose, free fatty acids;...

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05 December, 2025
25 Things Introverts Wish People Understood About Them
25 Things Introverts Wish People Understood About Them

Why this works: advance notice gives attendees time to prepare and reduces awkward small talk; aim for under 150 words and include estimated duration (e.g.,...

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05 December, 2025
17 Fun Couple Activities to Enjoy Each Other’s Company | Strengthen Your Bond
17 Fun Couple Activities to Enjoy Each Other’s Company | Strengthen Your Bond

Reserve one 90‑minute evening per week for an at‑home spa ritual: pick a fixed night (Sunday 7:00–8:30pm), clear the table, dust shelves and surfaces beforehand,...

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05 December, 2025
Are Soulmates Real? Readers’ Replies and Real-Life Stories
Are Soulmates Real? Readers’ Replies and Real-Life Stories

Recommendation: Stop waiting for a single meeting to confirm a perfect match; set three measurable actions to improve relationship satisfaction. Over 30 days youll monitor...

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05 December, 2025
15 Essential Questions to Ask Your Partner in Couples Therapy – A Guide to a Deeper Connection
15 Essential Questions to Ask Your Partner in Couples Therapy – A Guide to a Deeper Connection

Begin sessions by naming three measurable communication goals and commit to one timed daily check-in: 10 minutes of uninterrupted listening, one brief gratitude statement, and...

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05 December, 2025
How Perfectionism Might Be Hurting You – Change Your Relationship with Achievement
How Perfectionism Might Be Hurting You – Change Your Relationship with Achievement

Limit edits to one concentrated self-review (max 60 minutes) and one external pass, then stop. Define three acceptance thresholds for each task before you begin–functional,...

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05 December, 2025
Can a Trial Separation Save Your Relationship? A Practical Guide
Can a Trial Separation Save Your Relationship? A Practical Guide

Immediate recommendation: agree on a concrete period (8–12 weeks), three prioritized goals, and a signed list of rules for contact, finances and living arrangements. This...

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05 December, 2025
Can Three Be a Crowd? What Experts Say on Trio Friendships
Can Three Be a Crowd? What Experts Say on Trio Friendships

Concrete recommendation: set a rotating calendar so every person spends equal paired time and one group slot each month. This simple rule stops imbalance before...

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05 December, 2025
How to Be a Better Friend – Practical Tips for Stronger Relationships
How to Be a Better Friend – Practical Tips for Stronger Relationships

Schedule a 90-minute dinner every six weeks with a close friend: arrive 5 minutes early, bring a short agenda of three items, and set a...

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05 December, 2025
10 Practical Tips for Improving Your Public Speaking Skills
10 Practical Tips for Improving Your Public Speaking Skills

Open with a 12–18 second hook: one clear thesis sentence and one audience-benefit sentence. Time this during rehearsal and repeat until delivery is consistent. Make...

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05 December, 2025
9 Signs You’re Being Too Hard on Your Kid, According to Psychologists
9 Signs You’re Being Too Hard on Your Kid, According to Psychologists

Keep routines predictable: set a daily basis for meals, sleep and transitions so a child can practice self-regulation. When a boundary is crossed, dont escalate...

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05 December, 2025
ADHD Symptoms in Young Girls – A Comprehensive List and Early Signs
ADHD Symptoms in Young Girls – A Comprehensive List and Early Signs

Use targeted measures: short validated checklists detect predominantly inattentive presentations that frequently display internalized behaviours rather than hyperactivity; prevalence estimates from population research report referral...

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05 December, 2025
Have You Eaten Yet? Food Is the Ultimate Asian Love Language
Have You Eaten Yet? Food Is the Ultimate Asian Love Language

Concrete steps: arrive 20–30 minutes before main service, offer to help in the kitchen for 10–15 minutes, bring one prepared dish plus one fresh ingredient,...

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05 December, 2025
Abstract Thinking – What It Is and How to Improve It – Practical Techniques
Abstract Thinking – What It Is and How to Improve It – Practical Techniques

Do a 20-minute session per day: three blocks of six minutes focused on linking concrete examples to figurative labels; one-minute breaks between blocks. This exercise...

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05 December, 2025
Can You Be Addicted to Self-Improvement? Signs, Risks, and Healthy Growth
Can You Be Addicted to Self-Improvement? Signs, Risks, and Healthy Growth

Stop inflating weekly objectives; adopt a three-goal limit with a 10-hour weekly cap per goal to protect motivation, reduce body tension, preserve private time. Use...

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05 December, 2025
Envy vs Jealousy – Is There a Difference? A Clear Guide
Envy vs Jealousy – Is There a Difference? A Clear Guide

Recommendation: Name the impulse precisely – covetousness when you want what someone has, possessiveness when you fear losing someone – and use that label to...

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05 December, 2025
11 Signs You Might Be an Overachiever – Are You One?
11 Signs You Might Be an Overachiever – Are You One?

Limit scheduled work to a 45-hour week and reserve three weeknights solely for recovery. Implement a daily shut-down ritual: finalize tasks, capture unfinished items into...

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05 December, 2025
Give Yourself Permission to Live Your Life – Priya Rana Kapoor
Give Yourself Permission to Live Your Life – Priya Rana Kapoor

Begin with one measurable change: cancel a single recurring obligation this month, then block a 30‑minute slot labeled “skill grow” and treat it like a...

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05 December, 2025
New Study Finds That Simply Believing You Can Improve Your Mental Health Boosts Wellbeing
New Study Finds That Simply Believing You Can Improve Your Mental Health Boosts Wellbeing

Practice five minutes of breath-focused mindfulness every morning. In a representative sample, a controlled cohort that adopted this routine recorded a 12% increase in positive...

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05 December, 2025