Tension: Causes and Consequences
“Tension” is one of those words we use constantly without really stopping to define it. A tense meeting. Tight shoulders after a long day. An awkward silence between two people who clearly disagree but aren’t saying so. Tension shows up in the body, the mind, and our relationships — and while it’s related to stress, […]
Good Luck and Bad Luck: Is There Such a Thing, Where Did It Come From, and Does Believing in It Mean You Need Help?
Almost everyone has a lucky number, avoided a black cat, knocked on wood, or felt a little uneasy about the number 13 at some point — even people who’d insist they’re not superstitious at all. Luck is one of those ideas that’s baked so deeply into everyday language and behavior that most of us barely […]