Picture this: It’s the late 1950s.

You and your partner are sitting cross-legged in a dimly lit coffeehouse, the scent of espresso mingling with cigarette smoke.

A bongo drum taps in the background as a man in a black turtleneck snaps his fingers approvingly at a poem about existential despair.

You lean into each other, trying to decide if love is just another bourgeois construct—or the ultimate beatific experience.

Welcome to Beatnik Couples Therapy, where love gets the jazzy, free-spirited treatment it deserves.

If couples therapy existed in the Beatnik era, it would’ve been a smoky mix of poetry, Zen philosophy, and jazz improvisation, with a side of existential navel-gazing.

But honestly? It might just be the therapy you didn’t know your relationship needed.

If you’re a proud doomscroller—or just a casual worrier—congratulations, you’re living in a time where anxiety has never been more on-trend.

Social media in 2025 is like a buffet of existential dread: there’s something for everyone, whether you’re nibbling on climate change panic, feasting on AI job-stealing paranoia, or sipping a cocktail of political and cultural turmoil.

It’s all served up with real-time reports, expert analysis, and just the right amount of clickbait to keep you awake at night.

In 2025, even the most private struggles—like recovering from infidelity—are finding their way online. TikTok, the video platform once known for dance trends and viral challenges, has emerged as a surprising hub for advice on rebuilding trust after betrayal.

With hashtags like #infidelityrecovery and #relationshipadvice garnering millions of views, therapists and influencers are offering quick-fix solutions and emotional support.

But can TikTok really save your marriage, or is it oversimplifying a profoundly complex process? This blog explores the rise of infidelity recovery influencers, critically evaluates their advice, and highlights relevant social science research on relational security and trust.

Let’s get one thing straight: if you’re lying to your therapist about infidelity, you’re not fooling anyone except yourself. Therapy is a space designed for honesty, growth, and healing.

By hiding a critical truth like infidelity, you’re undermining the entire process and wasting everyone’s time—yours, your therapist’s, and possibly your partner’s.

This blog will break down why people lie, the consequences of that deceit, and why owning up is the only way forward.

Why Do People Lie About Infidelity in Therapy?

Welcome to Schopenhauer Couples Therapy, where the motto is: "Love is an illusion, suffering is inevitable, and you’re probably both to blame."

It’s not exactly romantic, but hey, it’s honest.

Schopenhauer, the original philosopher of doom and gloom, might not have been the life of the party, but he’d sure have some pointed insights about the toxic tango of narcissism in relationships.

Let’s dive into how a therapy session with ol’ Arthur might go down—if you don’t cry or storm out first.

Alexithymia may not be a household term, but it describes an emotional struggle that touches many lives.

Characterized by difficulty identifying, distinguishing, and expressing emotions, alexithymia can influence every facet of life, from relationships and work to self-awareness and decision-making.

Let’s explore what alexithymia is, who it affects, and how folks can work toward emotional awareness.

What Is Alexithymia?

When we think about ancient history, it’s easy to imagine crumbling ruins and dusty relics—distant echoes of a world long gone.

But what if ancient civilizations left more than artifacts? What if their influence still shaped the way we live, think, and even feel today?

A recent study suggests that the Roman Empire’s legacy is doing just that in parts of Germany.

Regions in Germany that fell under Roman rule 2,000 years ago show higher levels of psychological well-being, better health, and more adaptive personality traits compared to areas that remained beyond the empire’s reach.

Published in Current Research in Ecological and Social Psychology, this groundbreaking study reveals how Roman infrastructure, institutions, and cultural advancements have left a lasting psychological and socio-economic imprint.

In a digital world brimming with content, YouTube has emerged as an unlikely sanctuary for neurodivergent folks seeking guidance, understanding, and connection.

The platform has become a powerful medium where creators are not only sharing stories but also offering strategies to promote mental well-being and resilience.

Here, we take a deeper dive into how these videos are shaping the neurodiversity movement and fostering empowerment.

Passive aggression is the emotional equivalent of putting a "Kick Me" sign on someone’s back while offering them a warm smile.

It’s a masterclass in non-confrontational conflict, where emotions run high but communication runs... side-eyed.

But how did we, as humans, get so good at this? Why is it sometimes gendered? And why, oh why, does it feel so satisfying (yet leave everyone miserable)?

Let’s go deeper—into the psychology, the gender dynamics, and the societal forces shaping passive aggression. Spoiler alert: it’s not just about avoiding conflict.

How Do We Become Passive-Aggressive?

Imagine sitting across from Marcus Aurelius in a serene therapy office. Instead of asking, “How does that make you feel?” he begins with, “What are you choosing to think about this situation?”

Stoic philosophy, with its focus on emotional regulation, values-based living, and acceptance of life’s impermanence, offers a compelling framework for modern relationships.

In this blog post, we’ll delve deeply into Stoic writings to discuss what a Stoic Marriage and Family Therapy (SMFT) model might look like.

Along the way, we’ll explore power dynamics, compare Stoic principles to Gottman’s research and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and discuss the contrasts between modern “personhood” approaches to therapy and more ancient “values-based” models.

The Stoic approach emphasizes cultivating resilience, fostering virtue, and promoting harmony through a framework that is timeless yet profoundly relevant.

What do a 19th-century German philosopher, a 20th-century cultural critic, and a controversial thinker on gender have in common?

Philipp Mainländer, Albert Caraco, and Otto Weininger—each wrestling with life’s profound questions—crafted philosophies that unflinchingly confront existence’s darkest corners.

Their work challenges us to look beyond the comfort of optimism and engage with ideas that, while unsettling, may offer profound insights into the human condition.

Imagine biting into a crisp apple only to feel like you're chewing glass.

Or trying to stomach a grainy vegetable that might as well be sandpaper. For some neurodivergent folks, this isn't exaggeration—it's reality.

Food sensitivity often intertwines with conditions like ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), and Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID), creating unique challenges around eating.

This post explores the science of food sensitivity and its impact on neurodivergent humans.