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Psychology Today
3 days ago
Miscellaneous

The Season of Fear

Fear activates the brain's survival mechanisms, enhancing vigilance and reaction while impairing reflective thought. [ more ]
#animal-behavior
Psychology Today
3 days ago
Miscellaneous

Releasing Fear: Shake It Off!

Humans lack a physical mechanism like animals that allows for instinctive stress release after a threat. [ more ]
Washington Post
4 months ago
US news

Great Dane named Kevin crowned world's tallest dog, still fears vacuum

Despite his record-breaking height, Kevin the Great Dane is afraid of home appliances, thunderstorms, and even kittens. [ more ]
Psychology Today
3 days ago
Miscellaneous

Releasing Fear: Shake It Off!

Humans lack a physical mechanism like animals that allows for instinctive stress release after a threat. [ more ]
Washington Post
4 months ago
US news

Great Dane named Kevin crowned world's tallest dog, still fears vacuum

Despite his record-breaking height, Kevin the Great Dane is afraid of home appliances, thunderstorms, and even kittens. [ more ]
moreanimal-behavior
#donald-trump
Aeon
3 days ago
philosophy

Why liberals fear-mongering about Trump should read Hobbes | Aeon Essays

Fear plays a powerful role in political discourse, shaping motivations and perceptions despite being less concrete than physical dangers. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
5 months ago
US Elections

Ex-Enquirer Publisher Says He and Others Around Trump Feared His Anger

The testimony highlighted how people feared Donald Trump's anger and how it influenced their actions. [ more ]
Aeon
3 days ago
philosophy

Why liberals fear-mongering about Trump should read Hobbes | Aeon Essays

Fear plays a powerful role in political discourse, shaping motivations and perceptions despite being less concrete than physical dangers. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
5 months ago
US Elections

Ex-Enquirer Publisher Says He and Others Around Trump Feared His Anger

The testimony highlighted how people feared Donald Trump's anger and how it influenced their actions. [ more ]
moredonald-trump
www.npr.org
1 week ago
Arts

The scary movies and books that still haunt us

Stephen King continues to evoke fear and nostalgia, especially around Halloween. [ more ]
#mental-health
Psychology Today
1 week ago
Miscellaneous

Why Change Can Trigger Feelings of Grief

Grief and change often evoke similar feelings of fear and confusion, which can be overwhelming without a plan. [ more ]
Calm Sage - Your Guide to Mental and Emotional Well-being
1 month ago
Film

Impact of Horror Movies on Mental Health - Is it Good or Bad

Horror movies can negatively affect mental health, causing persistent anxiety and fear in some audiences. [ more ]
BuzzFeed
9 months ago
Mental health

Therapists Share Things Clients Are Commonly Embarrassed To Tell Them (But They Hear All The Time)

The article discusses the common fears that clients have about opening up in therapy.
Therapists encourage clients to talk about their feelings towards therapy and their therapist for a more effective session. [ more ]
Psychology Today
1 week ago
Miscellaneous

Why Change Can Trigger Feelings of Grief

Grief and change often evoke similar feelings of fear and confusion, which can be overwhelming without a plan. [ more ]
Calm Sage - Your Guide to Mental and Emotional Well-being
1 month ago
Film

Impact of Horror Movies on Mental Health - Is it Good or Bad

Horror movies can negatively affect mental health, causing persistent anxiety and fear in some audiences. [ more ]
BuzzFeed
9 months ago
Mental health

Therapists Share Things Clients Are Commonly Embarrassed To Tell Them (But They Hear All The Time)

The article discusses the common fears that clients have about opening up in therapy.
Therapists encourage clients to talk about their feelings towards therapy and their therapist for a more effective session. [ more ]
moremental-health
Truthout
2 weeks ago
Digital life

I Gave Birth During Genocide, Into a World I No Longer Know

A sudden escalation of conflict shattered calmness, leaving families in Gaza in a state of panic and fear for their safety and futures. [ more ]
www.npr.org
2 weeks ago
Books

Why some people love scary movies

Horror movies can serve as therapeutic tools for some people with anxiety, enabling them to face fears in a safe environment. [ more ]
#courage
Psychology Today
2 weeks ago
Writing

Have You Become More Brave or More Anxious as You Age?

Courage evolves with age, shifting from reckless impulsivity to informed bravery and self-reliance. [ more ]
Psychology Today
2 weeks ago
Writing

Five Ways to Cultivate Bravery

Embracing discomfort leads to growth and resilience. [ more ]
Psychology Today
2 weeks ago
Writing

Have You Become More Brave or More Anxious as You Age?

Courage evolves with age, shifting from reckless impulsivity to informed bravery and self-reliance. [ more ]
Psychology Today
2 weeks ago
Writing

Five Ways to Cultivate Bravery

Embracing discomfort leads to growth and resilience. [ more ]
morecourage
Business Insider
3 weeks ago
Writing

I've always been curious to go skydiving and finally tried it at 60. I enjoyed it, but I won't go again.

Skydiving was an exhilarating experience for the author, fulfilling a long-held interest, but they have no desire to repeat it. [ more ]
#personal-growth
KALTBLUT Magazine
4 weeks ago
Graphic design

Follow me down to the Fear - KALTBLUT Magazine

Embracing fears can lead to personal and artistic rebirth. [ more ]
Bustle
4 weeks ago
Graphic design

Your October Tarot Reading

Understanding fear versus intuition can guide personal growth and decision-making this October. [ more ]
Business Insider
1 month ago
Writing

My partner and I went on our first trip together and it caused a big fight. I feared it was the end of our relationship.

Communication and compromise are essential for a successful relationship. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
9 months ago
Mental health

An experiment in ritual humiliation': would a month of rejection therapy make me fearless?

Rejection therapy involves intentionally seeking out rejection in order to overcome fear and build resilience.
Rejection therapy has gained popularity on TikTok, with people sharing their experiences and challenges on the platform. [ more ]
KALTBLUT Magazine
4 weeks ago
Graphic design

Follow me down to the Fear - KALTBLUT Magazine

Embracing fears can lead to personal and artistic rebirth. [ more ]
Bustle
4 weeks ago
Graphic design

Your October Tarot Reading

Understanding fear versus intuition can guide personal growth and decision-making this October. [ more ]
Business Insider
1 month ago
Writing

My partner and I went on our first trip together and it caused a big fight. I feared it was the end of our relationship.

Communication and compromise are essential for a successful relationship. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
9 months ago
Mental health

An experiment in ritual humiliation': would a month of rejection therapy make me fearless?

Rejection therapy involves intentionally seeking out rejection in order to overcome fear and build resilience.
Rejection therapy has gained popularity on TikTok, with people sharing their experiences and challenges on the platform. [ more ]
morepersonal-growth
#identity
The New Yorker
1 month ago
Writing

"Autobahn," by Hugo Hamilton

A moment of potential connection turned into a harrowing confrontation highlights the fragility of safety and identity in uncertain environments. [ more ]
The Paris Review
11 months ago
Books

In the Beginning - The Paris Review

The author's early insistence on being a boy is intertwined with their experience of learning to read.
The author's family had a demonic perception of learning to read.
The author has a strong emotional reaction to the idea of reading. [ more ]
The New Yorker
1 month ago
Writing

"Autobahn," by Hugo Hamilton

A moment of potential connection turned into a harrowing confrontation highlights the fragility of safety and identity in uncertain environments. [ more ]
The Paris Review
11 months ago
Books

In the Beginning - The Paris Review

The author's early insistence on being a boy is intertwined with their experience of learning to read.
The author's family had a demonic perception of learning to read.
The author has a strong emotional reaction to the idea of reading. [ more ]
moreidentity
BuzzFeed
1 month ago
Writing

25 Stories Of People Getting The "Gut Feeling" That Something Was Wrong - Being Were Right

Intuition often warns us of danger before it becomes evident, as shown through shared personal experiences. [ more ]
The New Yorker
1 month ago
Writing

"The Third Premier," by George Saunders

The article illustrates a city gripped by fear and emerging brutality under a premier's oppressive protocols. [ more ]
#parenting
www.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
Wine

Dear Abby: I'm terrified of being pregnant, and I don't know how to tell my husband

Understanding fears about pregnancy can be alleviated through consultation with medical professionals. [ more ]
Business Insider
2 months ago
Writing

I started obsessing over my son's school supply list. I realized I was just anxious about him starting middle school.

Trusting in a child's abilities and resilience is crucial amidst parenting worries. [ more ]
Inverse
2 months ago
Writing

20 Years Ago, a Contentious Director Made His Most Surprising Thriller

To protect children, parents face supernatural challenges in a M. Night Shyamalan universe, where fear and control manipulate reality. [ more ]
Scary Mommy
11 months ago
Parenting

What Should We Teach Our Kids To Be Afraid Of?

Teaching kids to be fearful without giving them strategies for dealing with fear can be more harmful than helpful.
Recognizing healthy fears means being hypersensitive, calculating risk, and taking a moment to read the situation. [ more ]
The Atlantic
4 months ago
Writing

Night Terrors

Parents navigate fear and inadequacy in protecting their children, with a deep understanding of vulnerability and the need for reassurance. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
Wine

Dear Abby: I'm terrified of being pregnant, and I don't know how to tell my husband

Understanding fears about pregnancy can be alleviated through consultation with medical professionals. [ more ]
Business Insider
2 months ago
Writing

I started obsessing over my son's school supply list. I realized I was just anxious about him starting middle school.

Trusting in a child's abilities and resilience is crucial amidst parenting worries. [ more ]
Inverse
2 months ago
Writing

20 Years Ago, a Contentious Director Made His Most Surprising Thriller

To protect children, parents face supernatural challenges in a M. Night Shyamalan universe, where fear and control manipulate reality. [ more ]
Scary Mommy
11 months ago
Parenting

What Should We Teach Our Kids To Be Afraid Of?

Teaching kids to be fearful without giving them strategies for dealing with fear can be more harmful than helpful.
Recognizing healthy fears means being hypersensitive, calculating risk, and taking a moment to read the situation. [ more ]
The Atlantic
4 months ago
Writing

Night Terrors

Parents navigate fear and inadequacy in protecting their children, with a deep understanding of vulnerability and the need for reassurance. [ more ]
moreparenting
Rome Sentinel
2 months ago
NYC real estate

Wes Schweitzer is Jets' 325-pound offensive lineman whose passion is rock climbing

Wes Schweitzer's rock climbing accident highlights the emotional impact of sudden fear and helplessness. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
London politics

Sadiq Khan on the riots: Like a lot of people of my generation, I felt triggered'

Sadiq Khan reflects on the rise of racist abuse and the renewed fear in minority communities, emphasizing the need for vigilance. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Writing

Harlan Coben: After I'd signed autographs for fans in Paris, one said: I told you it wasn't Bruce Willis'

Harlan Coben, acclaimed author, details his journey, achievements, fears, and reflections with candidness. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Writing

I'm in my 50s, deeply in love for the first time and terrified | Ask Philippa

It's normal to feel a mix of excitement and fear when starting a significant relationship, especially one different from past patterns. [ more ]
The New Yorker
4 months ago
Writing

The Missionary in the Kitchen

Fear can drive a facade of religious devotion while masking the longing for a deeper understanding of the world. [ more ]
#success
www.caughtoffside.com
4 months ago
Real Madrid

Carlo Ancelotti admits Real Madrid Champions League final 'fear'

Real Madrid players feeling fear ahead of Champions League final. [ more ]
Noah Kagan
7 months ago
Growth hacking

How to get rich as an introvert - Noah Kagan

Introversion is not a disadvantage in entrepreneurship, introverts can succeed leveraging their strengths.
Success does not require being loud or extroverted; introverts can excel using the internet. [ more ]
Entrepreneur
8 months ago
Career

How Successful Entrepreneurs Use Doubt to Drive Growth | Entrepreneur

Fear and self-doubt are common challenges faced by entrepreneurs, even at higher levels of success.
Fears should be seen as indicators of areas for improvement and opportunities for growth. [ more ]
www.caughtoffside.com
4 months ago
Real Madrid

Carlo Ancelotti admits Real Madrid Champions League final 'fear'

Real Madrid players feeling fear ahead of Champions League final. [ more ]
Noah Kagan
7 months ago
Growth hacking

How to get rich as an introvert - Noah Kagan

Introversion is not a disadvantage in entrepreneurship, introverts can succeed leveraging their strengths.
Success does not require being loud or extroverted; introverts can excel using the internet. [ more ]
Entrepreneur
8 months ago
Career

How Successful Entrepreneurs Use Doubt to Drive Growth | Entrepreneur

Fear and self-doubt are common challenges faced by entrepreneurs, even at higher levels of success.
Fears should be seen as indicators of areas for improvement and opportunities for growth. [ more ]
moresuccess
The Nation
5 months ago
Writing

Pantoum after Today's Mass Shooting

The poem reflects on the complexities of parenthood, addressing themes of love, fear, hope, and mortality. [ more ]
KALTBLUT Magazine
5 months ago
Music

Video Premiere: Malonda - Scheiangst - KALTBLUT Magazine

Malonda's music video 'Scheißangst' portrays her battle with fear, stemming from a personal panic attack experience.
The video transforms ordinary landscapes into visually stunning representations of internal struggles and complex emotions. [ more ]
New York Post
5 months ago
Coronavirus

Anti-Israel protesters aren't really scared of COVID - they're hiding shame of their prejudice

Young protestors at Columbia University are unnecessarily fearful of COVID, despite low risk of death, leading to continued masking. [ more ]
Washington Post
5 months ago
US news

A child heard 'monsters' in her room. It was 50,000 bees in the wall.

A family in Charlotte discovered tens of thousands of bees inside their walls after their daughter complained of hearing 'monsters'. [ more ]
BrooklynVegan
6 months ago
Chicago

Fear team with D.O.A. and Giuda for US tour

Fear, D.O.A., and Giuda to embark on a summer US tour, marking Giuda's return to the US since before COVID. [ more ]
Entrepreneur
8 months ago
Career

Mastering the Skill of Convincing Stakeholders to Approve and Execute Ideas | Entrepreneur

To successfully execute big ideas, leaders need to overcome fear and gain stakeholder support.
Sharing ideas that go beyond what is known or experienced can be intimidating, but personal conviction and confidence are key. [ more ]
Entrepreneur
8 months ago
Career

How to Understand Limiting vs. Productive Attitudes Among Day Traders | Entrepreneur

Knowledge of the profession is necessary for day traders.
Basic computer equipment and a day trading brokerage account are also required. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
8 months ago
Germany news

An attack on us all': how threat from Germany's far right is being felt

The term 'remigration' has been co-opted by the far-right in Germany to discuss mass deportation plans.
The fear of not belonging and constantly having to prove oneself as German is a personal and pervasive experience for many in Germany. [ more ]
#gaza
The Nation
9 months ago
Education

How DEI Programs and Liberal Politics Are Failing Gaza

Teachers and faculty in high schools and colleges often fear retribution if they criticize the Israeli military or express anguish about the situation in Gaza.
Silence is often the default choice for educators, leaving students to navigate these issues on their own. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
4 months ago
Writing

After Israel's massacre in Nuseirat when will the world see us?

The harrowing experience in Gaza during intense bombing and shelling, highlighting the chaos and fear among the residents. [ more ]
The Nation
9 months ago
Education

How DEI Programs and Liberal Politics Are Failing Gaza

Teachers and faculty in high schools and colleges often fear retribution if they criticize the Israeli military or express anguish about the situation in Gaza.
Silence is often the default choice for educators, leaving students to navigate these issues on their own. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
4 months ago
Writing

After Israel's massacre in Nuseirat when will the world see us?

The harrowing experience in Gaza during intense bombing and shelling, highlighting the chaos and fear among the residents. [ more ]
moregaza
The New Yorker
9 months ago
Marketing

O.O.O. Messages for Everyday Life

Thank you for your text!I am out of energy and unable to respond to your very reasonable question about scheduling dinner this weekend.
Entrepreneur
9 months ago
Career

How to Find the Strength to Get Out of Your Own Way | Entrepreneur

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own.
...
That's a powerful question.It has profoundly impacted me over my 18+ years as an entrepreneur.
time.com
10 months ago
Education

The Politics of Fear Is Damaging American EducationAnd Has Been for Decades

Fear and concern for children's well-being in public schools is not a new phenomenon.
Public schools have historically been seen as both a threat to national well-being and a potential solution. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
10 months ago
Career

Never Rely on a Man's Money

Discovering financial betrayal can lead to the end of a marriage and a resolve to be financially independent.
The fear of financial insecurity can be overwhelming during a divorce, especially for the person who has relied on their partner for financial support. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
10 months ago
Black Lives Matter

What tunnels' and hostages' mean in Gaza

Growing up in Gaza exposed the author to the hardships of living in an open-air prison and inspired their career as a photojournalist.
The author receives accusatory messages and is asked to condemn Hamas, despite the personal losses and fear they have experienced. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Writing

From Twister to Titanic: writers on their favourite disaster movies

Sadness looming in disaster genre highlighted by films like 'Deep Impact' and 'The Day the Earth Caught Fire' [ more ]
www.vice.com
4 months ago
Writing

The Quest to Cure My Octopus Phobia

Facing and overcoming fear is a challenging yet transformative process. [ more ]
Juxtapoz
4 months ago
Design

Juxtapoz Magazine - New Exhibition Highlights Frankenstein's Cultural Impact

A collaborative exhibition at Fraenkel Gallery explores fear, technology, and the influence of the Frankenstein story on popular culture. [ more ]
Calm Sage - Your Guide to Mental and Emotional Well-being
4 months ago
Medicine

Mini-Guide: What Is Escalaphobia (Fear Of Escalators)?

Escalaphobia is an intense fear of escalators or elevators, impacting quality of life. It can be managed with therapy. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
4 months ago
Writing

Finding Strength Through Song

Fear is a primal instinct that helps us understand our place in nature and set boundaries, but it can also be influenced by personal experiences of trauma. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
4 months ago
Writing

Plumbing the Depths of Darkness, and Finding Liberation

Facing fear in the form of a daunting forest and a witch's hovel. [ more ]
Brooklyn Paper
4 months ago
Brooklyn

Turning fear into fanatics! Luna Park enthusiast marks 300th ride on Thunderbolt * Brooklyn Paper

A local teen celebrates her 300th ride on Luna Park's Thunderbolt after overcoming her fear of roller coasters to become a dedicated fan. [ more ]
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