How do we control our own thoughts? originally appeared on Quora: the place to gain and share knowledge, empowering people to learn from others and better understand the world. Answer by Dr. Abbie ...

Have you ever had an unpleasant thought or image that seems to pop into your head out of nowhere? These unwanted mental visitors, also known as intrusive thoughts, can be disturbing, distressing and ...

None of us can escape intrusive thoughts, the random and usually off-putting musings that include visions of shoving your hand through the center of a beautifully decorated cake or a bridge collapsing ...

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In the silent corners of the mind, where thoughts multiply like wildfire, overthinking often becomes our greatest enemy. It creeps in quietly — turning small worries into overwhelming anxieties and ...

People who can delay gratification and master their impulses thrive in life. And experts say that you can learn skills to rein in bad habits. By Christina Caron We tend to respect and even idolize ...

Most of us like to feel in control, especially when it comes to our mind. Have you ever had a strange, unwanted thought suddenly pop in your head, one that seems to come from nowhere? Did you try to ...

You’re scrolling your social media feed, minding your own business. Then it hits: Someone posts a stinging jab that sounds just like it’s aimed in your direction. Is it? Perhaps, perhaps not. Your ...

Of all the advanced technologies currently under development, one of the most fascinating and frightening is brain-computer interfaces. They’re fascinating because we still have so much to learn about ...