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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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How to Deal with a Partner Refusing to Change – Practical Tips
How to Deal with a Partner Refusing to Change – Practical Tips

Write the behavior in a single sentence, attach dates for three checkpoints (week 1, week 2, week 4), and record outcomes in a shared log....

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05 December, 2025
9 Practical Tips to Say No and Stick to It – Set Boundaries with Confidence
9 Practical Tips to Say No and Stick to It – Set Boundaries with Confidence

Use a short, direct script: “I can’t take that on right now.” This helps stop negotiation, cuts the number of follow-up requests, and makes it...

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05 December, 2025
4 Early Signs of Coercive Control – How to Spot Abuse and Stay Safe
4 Early Signs of Coercive Control – How to Spot Abuse and Stay Safe

Act now: preserve timestamps of messages; save screenshots to a secure account; limit joint access to money; set a daily check-in window of specific hours...

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05 December, 2025
Micro-flirting and Contra-dating – A Relationship Expert’s Guide
Micro-flirting and Contra-dating – A Relationship Expert’s Guide

Try a single, timed probe: 3–5 seconds of eye contact, a small smile, then a light tease to test interest; observe them for a reciprocal...

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05 December, 2025
7 Signs You Have a Fear of Intimacy and How to Overcome It | Practical Guide for Healthier Relationships
7 Signs You Have a Fear of Intimacy and How to Overcome It | Practical Guide for Healthier Relationships

Book an initial assessment with licensed mental health providers within 14 days; expect a diagnostic interview, standardized measures such as the Adult Attachment Interview (AAI),...

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05 December, 2025
10 Ways to Boost Self-Care During the Holidays
10 Ways to Boost Self-Care During the Holidays

Block 20 minutes each morning on calendar for guided relaxation; set phone to silent, use breath count 4–6 for five cycles, log mood before and...

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05 December, 2025
Echoism – The Narcissism Response You Haven’t Heard Of
Echoism – The Narcissism Response You Haven’t Heard Of

Immediate recommendation: implement a 10-minute daily thoughts audit and a 30-second decision window for messages that trigger anxiety. During audit record each impulse for approval,...

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05 December, 2025
Mind Games – A Mental Workout to Keep Your Brain Sharp and Boost Cognitive Health
Mind Games – A Mental Workout to Keep Your Brain Sharp and Boost Cognitive Health

Protocol: 5 sessions per week – 10 min focused sequence drills (pattern recall, serial lists, paired associations) followed by 5 min of intense movement (example:...

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05 December, 2025
If These Nine Scenarios Sound Familiar, Psychology Says You’re in a One-Sided Friendship
If These Nine Scenarios Sound Familiar, Psychology Says You’re in a One-Sided Friendship

Immediate action: Do not send the first message, call or invite for 14 calendar days; record every outreach and reply time. A simple heuristic says:...

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05 December, 2025
Understanding Marriage of Convenience – What It Means for Love and Commitment
Understanding Marriage of Convenience – What It Means for Love and Commitment

Start with a written agreement: name roles, financial arrangements, exit criteria; review that document every six months to measure change in satisfaction, support levels, practical...

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05 December, 2025
How to Deal with Disliking Your Best Friend’s Partner – Practical Tips
How to Deal with Disliking Your Best Friend’s Partner – Practical Tips

Refuse public commentary about the relationship; when a behavior could absolutely ruin your friend’s safety or finances, collect dates, screenshots and witness names, then raise...

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05 December, 2025
9 Classic Gaslighting Phrases Manipulators Use to Make You Doubt Yourself
9 Classic Gaslighting Phrases Manipulators Use to Make You Doubt Yourself

Detailed logs of each conversation are the most reliable countermeasure; list chronological events, what was seen, who was present and how that statement makes an...

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05 December, 2025
Chris Massman Biography – Career Highlights, Achievements, and Key Facts
Chris Massman Biography – Career Highlights, Achievements, and Key Facts

Start by verifying primary sources; begin with tenure dates, institutional affiliations, published works, conference filings. Focus on being precise about dates, titles, locations. If a...

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05 December, 2025
Can You Be Friends With Your Ex? Expert Tips to Consider
Can You Be Friends With Your Ex? Expert Tips to Consider

Start by implementing a 12-week no-contact measure and tracking weekly scores on three axes: emotional reactivity, attachment intensity, practical entanglement. If any axis remains above...

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05 December, 2025
Understanding the Four Attachment Styles – A Roadmap to Healthy Relationships
Understanding the Four Attachment Styles – A Roadmap to Healthy Relationships

Action: Reserve time for baseline assessment at week 0, midline at week 6, and outcome review at week 12; collect structured information via observational coding...

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05 December, 2025
Self-Advocacy Techniques – How to Assert Your Needs with Confidence
Self-Advocacy Techniques – How to Assert Your Needs with Confidence

Use a one-line request formula: state the desired outcome, give a concise rationale, and name a single, concrete action the listener can take. Practice that...

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05 December, 2025
Sex Phobia (Erotophobia) – Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
Sex Phobia (Erotophobia) – Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

Begin a graded exposure plan with a licensed clinician: daily micro-tasks focused on breath control to reduce pelvic spasms, brief guided interactions with a trusted...

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05 December, 2025
Ethics vs Morality – Difference and Similarities Explained
Ethics vs Morality – Difference and Similarities Explained

Recommendation: Adopt written conduct codes with measurable compliance targets; for high-risk professions set a 95% annual training completion target, quarterly audits, protected reporting channels with...

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05 December, 2025
Why Forgetting Is a Normal Function of Memory—and When to Worry
Why Forgetting Is a Normal Function of Memory—and When to Worry

Use a short list of 12 unrelated words to benchmark performance: read the list once, ask for immediate recall, then repeat the same test at...

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05 December, 2025
8 Essential Psychology Basics You Need to Know
8 Essential Psychology Basics You Need to Know

Allocate 30 minutes daily to a structured study routine: read one chapter from core books and convert that reading into targeted notes that contrast developmental...

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05 December, 2025
Learn English – Essential Tips for Fluent Speaking and Listening
Learn English – Essential Tips for Fluent Speaking and Listening

Shadow native audio 20 minutes daily at 1.0–1.25× speed; record a two-minute monologue twice weekly, mark five recurring pronunciation errors; run focused drills on each...

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05 December, 2025
8 Traits That Reveal You Grew Up in a Big Family
8 Traits That Reveal You Grew Up in a Big Family

Set a shared calendar and fixed morning routines immediately; a 2019 Household Dynamics survey found households with four or more children cut morning delays by...

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05 December, 2025
5 Habits of the World’s Longest-Living People – Stay Happy and Healthy
5 Habits of the World’s Longest-Living People – Stay Happy and Healthy

Practical prescription: walk 30–60 minutes daily; add two resistance sessions weekly (2 sets x 10–15 reps per major muscle group); aim 7–8 hours sleep nightly;...

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05 December, 2025
How to Deal With a Negative Spouse – Practical Tips for a Healthier Relationship
How to Deal With a Negative Spouse – Practical Tips for a Healthier Relationship

Option: use a short, timed meeting to name one concern and one positive item each session; begin with a calm “hello” and an empathetic opener...

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05 December, 2025