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People, Discoveries, Stories, Poems, Books, Motivational Quotes – I tell what’s inspire me, close to my heart, especially the most touching ones –.
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The Road Not Taken: a poem by Robert Frost
Deva
October 29, 2023
Two roads diverged in a yellow wood,
And sorry I could not travel both
And be one traveler, long I stood
And looked down one as far as I could
To where it bent in the undergrowth;
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Self-checking: How to avoid falling into this Psychological Trap
October 27, 2023
Self-Checking is a psychological phenomenon that drives us to constantly seek confirmation of our beliefs, value and identity from others. It’s a natural quest, but when it becomes excessive, it can have a negative impact on our emotional well-being and self-esteem. In this article, we’ll explore this concept and discuss some ways to avoid falling into the trap of self-verification.