Hate and dislike or finding something distasteful are all very different. Whilst they are all on a spectrum, hate is the only one of the three that comes with a wish for the other’s downfall or even death. The mildest form of hate fills us with dread when we think about the things we hate….

The biggest difference between a pessimistic mindset and an optimistic mindset is the focus and lens through which we view the world. Not all pessimists are unhappy, and not all optimists are happy. Being pessimistic means always being able to see the negative. Most of us are aware of negative outcomes, but a pessimist includes…

This type of depression happens without any warning and is generally biology based. It usually hits upon waking up with no prior bad mood when everything in life is good or reasonably ok. When it strikes, everything feels hopeless or pointless. Energy stores feel depleted, and it feels like there is no point to put…