Author name: Rytlife

Can someone be addicted to stress? Yes you heard that right. But, why would anyone be addicted to something so unpleasant? Some of us are wired to crave stress or high-intensity environments. When things are calm and stress-free, we might feel restless, even anxious, with many thoughts racing through the mind–Did I miss something? What […]

Sometimes caring can feel confusing–you find yourself endlessly giving, yet it never seems to be enough. You often second-guess or apologise for things you didn’t do, never quite sure what might upset them. If this sounds familiar, there is a chance that you might be dealing with someone exhibiting narcissistic traits.  In a world, where

We have all heard it—“I really need a smoke to deal with this”. But does smoking really help you in reducing stress levels or does it actually increase them in the long run? In high pressure environments, it’s tempting to grab a smoke to escape momentarily, but we also need to understand why people feel

Have you been feeling a bit ‘off’ lately? Parties don’t seem as enjoyable as they used to, making you push yourself to attend these events. This may not be as bad as one might suspect, it might just be our body and mind craving some much-needed alone time. In the hustle of trying to make

When was the last time you had an entire day without any digital distractions? It might even be difficult to think of a tech-free hour to be honest! Most of us spend our days tethered to these devices, which can act as constant sources of distraction, making it difficult for us to focus for any

“Watching the coldplay concert healed me!” or “A trip to the mountains was all I needed to reclaim my peace”. We’ve all heard these comments from someone or the other and wondered as well what those events would have been like. Do these immersive experiences in reality have the magical power to heal us? The

Let’s set the scene: it’s 7 a.m., and the early bird is already sipping coffee, ticking off their to-do list, and feeling like a productivity superhero. Meanwhile, the night owl is still wrapped in their blanket cocoon, grumbling at the alarm clock like it personally betrayed them. Fast forward to midnight. The early bird is

Did you ever happen to stumble upon an old picture of yours, and thought “Where is that version of me?” Midlife often feels like flipping through those memories, reflecting upon your past, and wondering about your future. But here’s the exciting part: midlife isn’t about looking back with regret. It’s rather about looking forward with

Ah, New Year’s resolutions—the glittering promises we make to ourselves at midnight, fueled by hope, determination, and maybe a little too much champagne. “This year, I’ll finally get fit, save money, and become the best version of myself!” But fast forward a few weeks, and those goals have mysteriously disappeared—like leftover holiday sweets. Why is

Santa Claus isn’t just the jolly man in the red suit delivering gifts—he’s a playful symbol of cheer, generosity, and hard work. But what if we looked at his iconic role through a mental health lens? Reading between the lines of Santa’s duties, there’s a treasure trove of wisdom about balance, boundaries, and kindness that