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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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7 Ways to Practice Self-Love and Boost Your Confidence
7 Ways to Practice Self-Love and Boost Your Confidence

Schedule 20 minutes daily to listen to music that reinforces personal values; this habit quiets the head, reduces rumination, improves mood, helps keep priorities clear....

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05 December, 2025
How to Deal with Crippling Anxiety – Practical Strategies
How to Deal with Crippling Anxiety – Practical Strategies

Begin a daily 10-minute paced breathing routine: inhale 4 seconds, hold 2 seconds, exhale 6 seconds; perform three times per day and record a 0–10...

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05 December, 2025
How to Be More Sexually Intimate With Your Partner – Practical Tips
How to Be More Sexually Intimate With Your Partner – Practical Tips

Schedule three uninterrupted 20-minute touch-focused sessions per week; remove screens, lock the door and use a visible timer to control interruptions – these windows prioritize...

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05 December, 2025
The Difference Between Acting Tough and Being Strong – How Real Strength Outshines Bravado
The Difference Between Acting Tough and Being Strong – How Real Strength Outshines Bravado

If you want fast, verifiable change you need a plan: log breathing sessions, sleep duration, workout intensity for 14 days, set a 10% weekly progression...

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05 December, 2025
Am I Poly or Am I Healing? A Guide to Navigating Polyamory and Self-Healing
Am I Poly or Am I Healing? A Guide to Navigating Polyamory and Self-Healing

Immediate action: stop expanding your relationship circle for 42 days; set a daily log of mood triggers for 10 minutes each evening; mark entries with...

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05 December, 2025
15 Simple Ways to Romanticize Your Daily Life – Elevate Everyday Moments
15 Simple Ways to Romanticize Your Daily Life – Elevate Everyday Moments

Begin a five-minute morning ritual: blend 1 cup spinach, 1 banana, ½ cup Greek yogurt, 1 tbsp flaxseed and 200 ml oat milk to make...

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05 December, 2025
I’m Not Good at Anything – Effective Ways to Combat Low Self-Esteem and Build Confidence
I’m Not Good at Anything – Effective Ways to Combat Low Self-Esteem and Build Confidence

Track baseline. Use a single page to log each negative thought, time stamp, context, score intensity 1–10; collect seven days of data to define your...

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05 December, 2025
How Couples Therapy Improves Relationships – Benefits &amp
How Couples Therapy Improves Relationships – Benefits &amp

Recommendation: Schedule 50-minute sessions once per week, set baseline metrics for conflict frequency, communication turns, and satisfaction on a 1–10 scale, and review progress every...

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05 December, 2025
5 Signs Your Friend Is Secretly Jealous of You – How to Recognize and Handle It
5 Signs Your Friend Is Secretly Jealous of You – How to Recognize and Handle It

Recommendation: Start a 5–10 minute factual exchange that cites dates, phrases, outcomes; treat three sarcastic comments within four weeks as measurable data. If they interrupt...

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05 December, 2025
How to Stop People-Pleasing – Practical Steps to Set Boundaries
How to Stop People-Pleasing – Practical Steps to Set Boundaries

When you feel overloaded, perform a weekly audit: list every open task, mark the single primary goal and three non-negotiable preferences, then remove or delegate...

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05 December, 2025
How to Be Less Intimidating – Tips to Put People at Ease
How to Be Less Intimidating – Tips to Put People at Ease

Action: Reduce speaking volume by about 10–20% and slow cadence to roughly 140–160 words per minute; this measurable change reduces perceived dominance. Smile briefly when...

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05 December, 2025
How to Deal with Toxic Coworkers – 5 Effective Strategies and Why They Work
How to Deal with Toxic Coworkers – 5 Effective Strategies and Why They Work

First, set explicit boundaries: document incidents; state limits during meetings; escalate to HR when breaches recur. Document date, time, witness names, message copies; keep screenshots...

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05 December, 2025
How to Develop and Practice Self-Regulation – A Practical Guide
How to Develop and Practice Self-Regulation – A Practical Guide

Use a 90-second breathing routine: four-count inhale, six-count exhale, repeat three cycles; this reduces anxiety, brings you back down to baseline, helps you feel ready...

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05 December, 2025
Why Does My Girlfriend Hate Me? Causes, Signs, and How to Rebuild a Healthy Relationship
Why Does My Girlfriend Hate Me? Causes, Signs, and How to Rebuild a Healthy Relationship

Schedule a 30–45 minute private meeting within 72 hours, set a clear purpose, silence phones, avoid surprises. First step: take responsibility for specific behaviors; prepare...

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05 December, 2025
8 Signs You’ve Found Your Platonic Soulmate
8 Signs You’ve Found Your Platonic Soulmate

If you want a dependable, non-romantic close companion, prioritize increased openness and shared passions in your weekly routines: schedule a 60–90 minute conversation every 7–10...

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05 December, 2025
Attachment and Breakup Distress – The Mediating Role of Coping Strategies
Attachment and Breakup Distress – The Mediating Role of Coping Strategies

Rationale: In a cohort described by lafontaine, participants from canada (n≈320) showed a baseline cortisol elevation for up to six weeks until physiological markers returned...

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05 December, 2025
How to Handle Being Ghosted – Practical Steps to Move On
How to Handle Being Ghosted – Practical Steps to Move On

Send one clear message within 72 hours: a single line that states your boundary and next action – for example, “I respect your choice; if...

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05 December, 2025
How Talk Therapy Differs from Talking to a Friend
How Talk Therapy Differs from Talking to a Friend

A clinical setting offers specific advantages: documented confidentiality, a clear purpose for each meeting, and trained therapists who use validated methods. A shared vent over...

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05 December, 2025
Burnout Symptoms, Risk Factors, Prevention & Treatment
Burnout Symptoms, Risk Factors, Prevention & Treatment

Concrete benchmark: if subjective stress is at or above 7/10 for three consecutive weeks, andor objective productivity falls by ≈25% versus your 3‑month average, treat...

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05 December, 2025
Can a Relationship Between Two Type A Personalities Work? Practical Tips for High-Drive Couples
Can a Relationship Between Two Type A Personalities Work? Practical Tips for High-Drive Couples

Set a fixed weekday slot and treat it like a micro-meeting: three agenda topics – finances, social plans, household tasks. This ritual puts unresolved items...

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05 December, 2025
How Stress Rewires Your Brain’s Reward System – The Surprising Truth
How Stress Rewires Your Brain’s Reward System – The Surprising Truth

Recommendation: Limit evening cortisol surges–aim for 7–8 hours sleep, stop screens 90 minutes before bed, and practice 10 minutes paced breathing twice daily; these actions...

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05 December, 2025
25 Warning Signs Your Marriage Is in Trouble – What to Do Next
25 Warning Signs Your Marriage Is in Trouble – What to Do Next

Immediate action: Schedule a 30–45 minute intake with a licensed clinician and bring a one-page inventory that counts: arguments per week, minutes spent together per...

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05 December, 2025
The Power of Alone Time – How Solitude Improves Mental Health
The Power of Alone Time – How Solitude Improves Mental Health

Protocol: Start with 2 sessions per week at 20 minutes, increase to daily 30–45 minutes after 4 weeks; randomized trials and meta-analyses report perceived stress...

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05 December, 2025
Longitudinal Marijuana Use Predicts Amotivational Syndrome and Lower Self-Efficacy Even After Controlling for Demographics, Personality, Alcohol, and Cigarette Use
Longitudinal Marijuana Use Predicts Amotivational Syndrome and Lower Self-Efficacy Even After Controlling for Demographics, Personality, Alcohol, and Cigarette Use

Recommendation: Deploy a targeted screening protocol in primary care and campus health clinics that flags repeated marijuana involvement across years; prioritize brief interventions during routine...

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05 December, 2025