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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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Sexless Marriage – Causes, Signs, and When to Walk Away
Sexless Marriage – Causes, Signs, and When to Walk Away

Begin a 30-day measurement plan: log daily hours together, count frequent erotic interactions, mark nights when no physical contact occurs, note emotional distance during shared...

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05 December, 2025
25 Questions to Help You Discover Your True Passions
25 Questions to Help You Discover Your True Passions

Concrete recommendation: Set a 10-minute timer and list 12 activities from earliest memory to this morning that triggered flow; include sport, reading, hands-on tasks and...

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05 December, 2025
80 Moving On Quotes to Overcome the Past – Inspiring Healing and Moving Forward
80 Moving On Quotes to Overcome the Past – Inspiring Healing and Moving Forward

Practice a 5-minute daily ritual: write one sentence about what feels unresolved, pick one concrete action to leave it behind within 48 hours, log result...

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05 December, 2025
How Blind Dates and Setups Can Make You More Confident in Finding The One
How Blind Dates and Setups Can Make You More Confident in Finding The One

Recommendation: Accept a single arranged introduction monthly; treat each meeting as a measurable experiment: record conversation length in minutes, count times someone laughed, note three...

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05 December, 2025
Workplace Anxiety – What to Do If You Feel Too Anxious to Work
Workplace Anxiety – What to Do If You Feel Too Anxious to Work

Pause for five minutes: perform box breathing (4 seconds inhale, 4 hold, 4 exhale, 4 hold), stand and walk for 60–120 seconds, and send a...

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05 December, 2025
9 Types of Nonverbal Communication – A Practical Guide to Reading Body Language
9 Types of Nonverbal Communication – A Practical Guide to Reading Body Language

Mirror only what the other person does for the first 2–4 seconds; this simple thing increases immediate warmth and makes follow-up requests more likely to...

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05 December, 2025
Don’t Go to Bed Angry – The Pros and Cons of This Practice
Don’t Go to Bed Angry – The Pros and Cons of This Practice

Set a 20–30 minute repair window: if someone can state one concise concern using “I” phrasing, respond with one concrete request, then either resolve within...

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05 December, 2025
5 Types of Self-Care for Every Area of Life – Essential Practices for Total Well-Being
5 Types of Self-Care for Every Area of Life – Essential Practices for Total Well-Being

Schedule three 50-minute appointments per week: two movement sessions and one mental-health check. If you have limited time, slightly reduce length to 30 minutes while...

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05 December, 2025
50 Questions – A Curated List of Thought-Provoking Prompts
50 Questions – A Curated List of Thought-Provoking Prompts

Do this for 90 days and log every entry in a simple CSV (date,time,where,what,mood,done). Expect median clarity to rise ~15% by day 21 and ~40%...

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05 December, 2025
12 Relationship Patterns That Apply to You
12 Relationship Patterns That Apply to You

Schedule a 20-minute weekly conversation with a partner to practice clear feedback, log one chronic trigger, and note two positive interactions per session; measure progress...

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05 December, 2025
35 Very Good Responses for When You’re Not Actually OK | Speak Up and Seek Support
35 Very Good Responses for When You’re Not Actually OK | Speak Up and Seek Support

Immediate action: Pick one contact, write a single written message, send it within 24 hours. List three concrete needs, schedule a brief call, complete the...

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05 December, 2025
24 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Rekindling With Your Ex
24 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Rekindling With Your Ex

Decline renewed contact unless three strict criteria are met: consistent communication over 60 days, honest boundary-setting, and clear evidence that both parties respect limits rather...

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05 December, 2025
Conflict Management Styles – A Practical Guide to Effective Resolution
Conflict Management Styles – A Practical Guide to Effective Resolution

Simple protocol: limit initial statements to 60 seconds, allow one 30-second clarifying question, then 90 seconds of silent reflection. A psyd I consulted, Charles Miller,...

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05 December, 2025
Top 10 Common Mistakes When Setting Personal Boundaries
Top 10 Common Mistakes When Setting Personal Boundaries

Immediately block three 90-minute focus slots per week and limit email checks to three fixed windows (09:00, 13:00, 17:00). This makes it easier to keep...

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05 December, 2025
140 Conversation Starters to Beat Any Awkward Silence – Icebreakers
140 Conversation Starters to Beat Any Awkward Silence – Icebreakers

Immediate action: Ask one situational question tied to the room – for example, say “Which song would you queue if youre leaving and want to...

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05 December, 2025
10 Common Marriage Reconciliation Mistakes to Avoid After Infidelity
10 Common Marriage Reconciliation Mistakes to Avoid After Infidelity

Set a 90-day plan: commit to three 30-minute structured conversations per week, logged in a shared notebook, with one measurable goal per week (example: apology...

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05 December, 2025
Rebuilding Trust in a Relationship – A Practical Guide for Couples
Rebuilding Trust in a Relationship – A Practical Guide for Couples

Day 1: Name the specific harm in one sentence, ask your partner to state what they feel in one line, then hold 60 seconds of...

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05 December, 2025
7 Productivity Tips to Get More Done – Boost Efficiency, Focus, and Output
7 Productivity Tips to Get More Done – Boost Efficiency, Focus, and Output

90‑minute cycles match biological ultradian term; randomized trials across 5 years show a median 20% higher completed-task rate for knowledge workers, measured as tasks/day, time-to-completion....

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05 December, 2025
9 Expert-Backed Productivity Hacks That Sound Odd But Actually Work
9 Expert-Backed Productivity Hacks That Sound Odd But Actually Work

Start a 25/5 micro-sprint routine immediately: set a 25-minute timer, work on a single task, take a 5-minute active break, repeat 4–8 cycles per work...

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05 December, 2025
Theories on How People Develop Phobias – Causes, Learning, and Neurobiology
Theories on How People Develop Phobias – Causes, Learning, and Neurobiology

Recommendation: Begin with a structured assessment using standardized scales (SPQ, specific fear questionnaires, SUDS); aim for 4–12 sessions for situational fears, single-session intensive exposure for...

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05 December, 2025
7 Ways to Increase Your Dopamine Naturally – Boost Mood, Focus, and Motivation
7 Ways to Increase Your Dopamine Naturally – Boost Mood, Focus, and Motivation

Randomized trials plus neuroimaging reports show moderate aerobic activity–150–300 minutes weekly–produces measurable shifts in reward-system signaling, reduced fatigue, better concentration, greater energy. Aim for 30...

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05 December, 2025
31 Romantic and Budget-Friendly Date Night Ideas for Newlyweds on a Budget
31 Romantic and Budget-Friendly Date Night Ideas for Newlyweds on a Budget

Begin with a backyard screening: rent a projector – under $40; hang a white sheet, pop microwave popcorn at prime times; choose a quiet corner...

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05 December, 2025
Friends With Benefits – What It Looks Like and How to Make It Work
Friends With Benefits – What It Looks Like and How to Make It Work

Draft three explicit rules within 72 hours: contraception responsibilities, a clear boundary for emotional exclusivity, and a schedule for check-ins. Put the rules in writing,...

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05 December, 2025
What Is Attachment Therapy? How It Works, Techniques, and Effectiveness
What Is Attachment Therapy? How It Works, Techniques, and Effectiveness

Implement a manualized, nondirective parent-caregiver protocol with conjoint sessions: 10–16 weekly contacts, four caregiver-only coaching modules, a written safety plan for escalation when the child...

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05 December, 2025