psychology

Shopping has evolved from being a necessary chore to one of the primary leisure activities in Western countries like Australia and New Zealand. There is a common perception that consumerism is innate and that the love of shopping is hard-wired into people: unfortunately, history suggests otherwise.

“The voice of the intellect is soft one, but it does not rest until it has gained a hearing. Ultimately, after endless rebuffs, it succeeds. This is one of the few points in which one may be optimistic about the future of mankind”.

Thanks to Mad Man Entertainment I was lucky enough to attend an advanced screening of Biutiful, the Academy Award Nominated film starring Javier Bardem yesterday.

What’s your favourite TV show? There are lots out there and they all have an effect on how you feel during and after you have watched it.

Discover how the messages and symbols in your dreams can help you make sense of life and its transitions.

Are you able to pick up on subtle emotional vibes and are particularly attuned to the moods of others? If so, living in an insensitive world may make life a little exhausting for you, but there are ways to protect yourself and nurture your gifts.

Feeling down and out lately? Don’t despair. Discover 10 simple, instant ways to lift your spirits and get smiling again!

Understanding the link between brain chemistry, emotions and cravings can help you develop effective strategies to reduce the urge to reach for comfort food.

Opinions on why the dating game is so difficult are rife, but one thing everybody agrees on is that men and women want the same thing — an authentic partner. Find out how to get beyond the superficial and attract someone who is real and right for you.

The fear of dwindling finances is starting to affect many friends and family members. We don’t need to suffer, though, as there are ways to combat this anxiety and face the future with confidence.

What can you do when you make the painful discovery that something you have done has hurt your child? We look at coping with the guilt and moving on as a successful and happy parent.

Perhaps you’re a perfectionist, a hopeless romantic or a mediator. This system of psychological mapping will help you understand your personality inside out.