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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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13 Signs Your Relationship Has a Strong Physical Connection
13 Signs Your Relationship Has a Strong Physical Connection

Schedule three dedicated nights in the bedroom each month; this concrete plan will give each partner measurable lifts in libido, reduce persistent shame narratives and...

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05 December, 2025
Damn Good Advice – Stop Texting Your Ex Happy Birthday—and What To Do Instead
Damn Good Advice – Stop Texting Your Ex Happy Birthday—and What To Do Instead

Do not send a message today. The first thing to do is remove the option: archive the contact, mute notifications, and place a 90-day no-contact...

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05 December, 2025
What Attention-Seeking Behavior Looks Like and Why It Happens – Signs and Causes
What Attention-Seeking Behavior Looks Like and Why It Happens – Signs and Causes

Immediate steps: prioritize safety; remove potential means; maintain a calm presence; ask direct, specific questions about intent; when risk is confirmed arrange emergency transport. Reassurance...

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05 December, 2025
How to Be Less Sensitive – 11 Practical Tactics to Try Today
How to Be Less Sensitive – 11 Practical Tactics to Try Today

Evidence from controlled studies and physiological measures shows that short-paced breathing reduces heart rate and cortisol spikes, and can greatly lower subjective reactivity within minutes....

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05 December, 2025
How to Be Yourself When You Have Social Anxiety – Practical Tips for Authenticity
How to Be Yourself When You Have Social Anxiety – Practical Tips for Authenticity

Begin with a specific script: craft a 10–20 second line that signals presence and a boundary, rehearse it aloud 10–15 times, then use a planned...

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05 December, 2025
How to Stop Feeling Jealous of Your Partner’s ‘That One Friend’ – Build Trust and Boundaries
How to Stop Feeling Jealous of Your Partner’s ‘That One Friend’ – Build Trust and Boundaries

Request an introduction with clear context: state the reason for meeting, note the expected duration, specify who will be present. When asking, frame questions as...

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05 December, 2025
It’s the Little Things – 25 Simple Ways to Practice Self-Care
It’s the Little Things – 25 Simple Ways to Practice Self-Care

Walk 10 minutes after lunch to lower cortisol by up to 12% and increase afternoon focus; use phone pedometer and aim for 2,000 extra steps...

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05 December, 2025
ESFP Personality Type – Characteristics and Best Career Paths
ESFP Personality Type – Characteristics and Best Career Paths

Recommendation: Prioritize jobs in hospitality, events, retail or emergency response when you need fast interpersonal validation; those environments make it easier to stand out by...

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05 December, 2025
17 Warning Signs You’re in a Narcissistic Marriage or Relationship
17 Warning Signs You’re in a Narcissistic Marriage or Relationship

Document concrete examples (dates, exact quotes, screenshots) so minor incidents do not become a major memory gap later; when patterns force you to walk on...

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05 December, 2025
The Emotional Rollercoaster of Weight Loss – Coping Strategies for a Sustainable Journey
The Emotional Rollercoaster of Weight Loss – Coping Strategies for a Sustainable Journey

Use a simple log: note mood, hunger, sleep quality, stressors, contact person and minutes of movement. Quantify eating episodes by time, macronutrient breakdown, and a...

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05 December, 2025
Can Your Marriage Survive an Affair? Practical Steps
Can Your Marriage Survive an Affair? Practical Steps

Immediate directive: the partner who took part in the infidelity must cut all contact with the third party within 72 hours, hand over device passwords,...

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05 December, 2025
How Gratitude Makes You Happier – Tips to Boost Happiness
How Gratitude Makes You Happier – Tips to Boost Happiness

Recommendation: spend 5–10 minutes nightly recording three concrete items–people, actions or small outcomes–then rate each on a 1–5 specificity scale. Controlled trials in positive psychology...

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05 December, 2025
25 Cheesy Pickup Lines Guaranteed to Make Them Laugh | Hilarious Icebreakers for Any Situation
25 Cheesy Pickup Lines Guaranteed to Make Them Laugh | Hilarious Icebreakers for Any Situation

Begin with one concrete action: point out a visible element in a picture, then propose grabbing coffee as a casual next step. Experts tracking reply...

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05 December, 2025
25 Compliments That Go Beyond Looks to Make Them Feel Seen
25 Compliments That Go Beyond Looks to Make Them Feel Seen

Name a specific action within 24 hours: say, “I noticed you reorganized the proposal; it saved our team three hours of work and prevented a...

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05 December, 2025
4 Clear Signs It’s Time to End Your Relationship – A Practical Guide
4 Clear Signs It’s Time to End Your Relationship – A Practical Guide

Recommendation: If two or more criteria below continue for longer than six months, start a documented separation plan within 30 days: secure finances, collect important...

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05 December, 2025
Food and Your Brain – Nutrition for Better Cognition and Brain Health
Food and Your Brain – Nutrition for Better Cognition and Brain Health

Consume two 100–150 g portions of oily fish per week; each portion contains DHA, a needed omega-3 source that is absorbed into cell membranes in...

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05 December, 2025
Does My Crush Like Me Back? Take the Quiz to Find Out
Does My Crush Like Me Back? Take the Quiz to Find Out

Quick rule: score ≥5 out of 8 signals implies roughly 72% probability of mutual attention; aim for a low-pressure reach: one-line note, a tiny smile...

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05 December, 2025
Breaking Free from Unhealthy Relationship Patterns Learned in Childhood | MarriageMonday
Breaking Free from Unhealthy Relationship Patterns Learned in Childhood | MarriageMonday

Make that list with dates and concrete measures: which trigger still appears, what conscious response you’ll practice, and how progress leads to measurable gains (for...

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05 December, 2025
99 Meaningful and Memorable Compliments – Boost Confidence
99 Meaningful and Memorable Compliments – Boost Confidence

Send a single, specific message via phone within 24 hours after meeting someone; focus on one observable aspect such as a clear decision or a...

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05 December, 2025
16 Signs Your Toxic Friend Is Damaging Your Life – And What to Do About It
16 Signs Your Toxic Friend Is Damaging Your Life – And What to Do About It

Immediate action: refuse messages that gaslight or guilt-trip; mute notifications, restrict access that adds emotional load. Keep a short log of dates, phrases, mood scores;...

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05 December, 2025
The Outer Worlds 2 – Earth Directorate Strikes Back – Trailer, Gameplay & Release Details
The Outer Worlds 2 – Earth Directorate Strikes Back – Trailer, Gameplay & Release Details

Recommendation: Start with midgame-oriented build to specialize in ranged guns and tech support; allocate about 40% of skill points to combat, 30% to support, 30%...

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05 December, 2025
What Is Emotional Resilience? 6 Proven Ways to Build It
What Is Emotional Resilience? 6 Proven Ways to Build It

Start with breathwork: 4‑4‑8 breathing for five minutes, then list three concrete tasks you can finish today. Repeatable micro-routines like this reduce reactivity and make...

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05 December, 2025
Creating Interdependent Relationships – Build Healthy, Mutual Bonds
Creating Interdependent Relationships – Build Healthy, Mutual Bonds

Schedule a 30-minute weekly check-in to maintain clarity: first allocate five minutes per person for uninterrupted statements of needs, five minutes for clarifying questions, ten...

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05 December, 2025
Empathic Listening – Your Secret Superpower for Better Relationships
Empathic Listening – Your Secret Superpower for Better Relationships

Name the core feeling within 10 seconds. Say one short sentence such as “You seem frustrated” or “I hear sadness” – this has been shown...

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05 December, 2025