Author: Lachlan Brown

I’m Lachlan Brown, the founder, and editor of Hack Spirit. I love writing practical articles that help others live a mindful and better life. I have a graduate degree in Psychology and I’ve spent the last 15 years reading and studying all I can about human psychology and practical ways to hack our mindsets. Check out my latest book on the Hidden Secrets of Buddhism and How it Saved My Life. If you want to get in touch with me, hit me up on Facebook or Twitter.
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7 subtle habits of people who tend to overthink at night, according to psychology

For years, I struggled with restless nights, battling a mind that just wouldn’t switch off.

Constant worrying, replaying conversations, overanalyzing situations—feeling utterly drained mentally but still wide awake physically.

It was like my thoughts had me trapped in an endless loop of overthinking, leading to sleepless nights and exhausting days.

Sound familiar?

I used to …

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People who never take responsibility in life and shift blame usually display these 8 behaviors

We all know someone who is perpetually a victim, never at fault and always pointing the finger elsewhere. Those who dodge responsibility and shift blame are usually easy to spot.

Their behavior tends to follow a predictable pattern. And I’ve discovered that there are eight behaviors that seem to be common among them.

This is …

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People who tend to succeed when the odds are against them usually display these 8 unique traits, says psychology

Have you ever wondered, what makes certain individuals rise above challenges that seem impossible to overcome?

As a mindfulness enthusiast and Hack Spirit founder, I’ve always been fascinated by this.

Psychology reveals that people who consistently succeed against the odds share specific traits that set them apart. These individuals don’t just survive adversity—they use it …

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People who overthink everything in life usually display these 9 habits (without realizing it)

Overthinking can be a tricky habit to spot, especially when you’re the one doing it. It’s like a silent puppeteer, subtly pulling the strings of your behavior without you even realizing it.

What’s fascinating, though, is that overthinkers often share common habits. Habits that, once you know what to look for, can reveal the overthinker …

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8 signs a man is self-centered and has very little empathy, according to psychology

There’s a fine line between being confident and being self-centered.

The tricky part? Spotting the signs that someone has crossed that line.

You see, truly self-centered individuals often lack empathy, making it hard for them to see things from another’s perspective. This can make relationships with them challenging and, at times, downright exhausting.

As Lachlan …

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People who struggle to stand up for themselves and be assertive usually had these 10 childhood experiences

It’s no secret that our childhood experiences shape who we become as adults. This especially applies to our ability to be assertive and stand up for ourselves.

Commonly, people who find it tough to assert themselves have had certain experiences in their formative years that have molded this behavior.

In this article, we’ll explore 10 …

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People who always give up at the first sight of hardship typically display these 8 behaviors (without realizing it)

I used to be the first one to throw in the towel when things got tough, convinced that quitting was easier than facing the challenge ahead.

It wasn’t until I started paying attention to my own patterns that I realized something surprising: my instinct to quit wasn’t just about the difficulty of the situation—it was …