Editor Mental Art

Vera Romanova

Hello, dear readers!

I'm Vera Romanova, and I know how tricky it can be to manage our time for ourselves. Thanks for being here. I've been busy wearing many hats for 18 years — a teacher in Ukraine, an instructor at Stanford, and a voice on emotions at the UN. I've also juggled being a mom and counseling for big names like Amazon and Marvel. Balancing it all felt like a daunting task, but I didn't want to give up science for a balanced life. So, I went on a journey to find my path, and I found it. I'm excited to share what I've learned.

I aim to assist you in connecting with inspiring people, reaching your goals, building strong relationships, and waking up happy every day.

I've gathered loads of research, run experiments, and explored different viewpoints that will change the way you see psychology forever. Hop on our psychological journey and remember to take a moment to relax and keep hydrated.

Meet Yuliia Plokha

4/11/2024

Philologist, language and literature teacher, publishing house editor and reading ambassador, Ukrainian culture promoter, literature meetings initiator. I met Yuliia last year at the Test Gallery in Barcelona, a space showcasing Ukrainian culture and art. I was there to support both national artists and the gallery owner, Kateryna Pidhayna, a friend of mine. Yuliia was conducting a five-segment course on Ukrainian literature. I thought it was a wonderful opportunity to ask her more about literature, reading, and its influence on our lives. It turned out, not in vain. Why do you think literature is still essential? Since its inception, literature has served crucial functions in society, fulfilling individual and collective purposes. Undoubtedly, these functions are frequently interconnected and can fluctuate based on cultural and historical contexts. At the outs...

How do you strike the balance between being nice and friendly to others but not to the point of being a people pleaser?

4/19/2024

Striking a balance between being friendly and accommodating while avoiding the pitfalls of being a people pleaser requires self-awareness, assertiveness, and boundary-setting. Here are some practical steps to achieve this balance: 1. Recognize Your Choices: Understand that you always have a choice to say yes or no to requests or demands from others. Recognize that refusing a request does not necessarily lead to catastrophic consequences such as rejection or dislike from others. 2....
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Meet Yuliia Plokha

4/11/2024 Exclusive