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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
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
5 Simple Ways to Overcome Gym Anxiety – Quick Tips for Confident Workouts
5 Simple Ways to Overcome Gym Anxiety – Quick Tips for Confident Workouts

Begin with a 10-minute pre-session breathing and checklist: inhale 4s, hold 4s, exhale 6s, repeat 6 cycles; studies show average heart rate drop ~8% and...

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05 December, 2025
Identifying Gaslighting Signs – Examples and How to Seek Help
Identifying Gaslighting Signs – Examples and How to Seek Help

Write every exchange the moment it happens – include exact timestamps, whether a message arrived late at night, the wording used, and whether the person...

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05 December, 2025
How to Conquer Your Biggest Fear – A Practical Step-by-Step Guide to Courage and Confidence
How to Conquer Your Biggest Fear – A Practical Step-by-Step Guide to Courage and Confidence

Begin with a 15-minute exposure block three times per day. Select one specific trigger, set a timer for 15 minutes, record subjective units of distress...

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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
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
How to Cope with Disappointment as a Perfectionist – Practical Strategies
How to Cope with Disappointment as a Perfectionist – Practical Strategies

Set a single measurable target for your next task: allocate 80% of planned time to first completion and 20% to edits; use a 25-minute timer...

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05 December, 2025
10 Essential Tips for Leading Like a Boss
10 Essential Tips for Leading Like a Boss

Delegate the three highest-impact projects each week to senior leads, set a 30-minute Friday review, and track two KPIs: delivery time in days and quality...

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05 December, 2025
What To Do If You’re Feeling Underappreciated by Your Partner – Practical Relationship Advice
What To Do If You’re Feeling Underappreciated by Your Partner – Practical Relationship Advice

Structure: allocate 90 seconds per speaker with no interruptions, use a visible timer, then two minutes for a neutral summary by the listener. Agree to...

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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
How to Stop Procrastinating with the 2-Minute Rule – A Quick, Practical Guide to Start Doing Now
How to Stop Procrastinating with the 2-Minute Rule – A Quick, Practical Guide to Start Doing Now

Commit to one micro-task for 120 seconds: set a timer, remove excess equipment, perform smallest viable step until alarm. This will mean creating momentum fast;...

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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
The Princess Treatment vs Bare Minimum Debate – What TikTok Still Isn’t Getting About User Expectations
The Princess Treatment vs Bare Minimum Debate – What TikTok Still Isn’t Getting About User Expectations

Prioritize measurable reciprocity: aim for reply rate >=10%, median response time =7 to claim elevated status. Content signals that matter most: looking for consistency across...

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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
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
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
How to Overcome Your Fear of Rejection and Abandonment – Podcast Episode 293
How to Overcome Your Fear of Rejection and Abandonment – Podcast Episode 293

12-week protocol, clear targets: weeks 1–4 – low-intensity exposures (3 sessions/week, 10–20 minutes); weeks 5–8 – graded social challenges (5 sessions/week, role-play with a trusted...

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05 December, 2025