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There is nothing better than a book that leaves you hanging off the edge of your seat, and no one does it better than the horror king himself, Stephen King. Last October, Shortlist ranked the 50 greatest horror books ever printed, compiling a list of some of the most bone-chilling …

Dr. Craig Kain, Ph.D., a licensed psychologist, tells Parade, "Mindlessly repeating a self-defeating behavior can severely negatively impact all areas of our lives: our relationships, our career and our physical and emotional health.”

“Self-defeating habits are behaviors that have become automatic, so much so that we don’t even think about them,” Dr. Craig Kain, Ph.D., a licensed psychologist, tells Parade. “We just do them, and that’s the problem. Mindlessly repeating a self-defeating behavior can severely negatively impact all areas of our lives: our …

The legendary Queen frontman Freddie Mercury made his last stage appearance 36 years ago today at the Brit Awards ceremony. The singer took the stage with his bandmates to accept an award for Outstanding Contribution to British Music. Little did viewers know, it would be the last time the star …

In recent years, polarizing opinions surrounding Super Bowl halftime performers have flourished, but in the 2000s, it was a completely different story. Between 2001 and 2010, Super Bowl halftime shows were stacked with beloved rock icons, capturing a 10-year run of unity among football fans. Let’s recap this Rock Renaissance. …

Fans of Heated Rivalry will soon be able to purchase Shane Hollander’s viral look from Episode 2. The announcement was made via Instagram on Wednesday morning with one simple sentiment: “We’re releasing the fleece.” Played by Hudson Williams, Hollander is a Montreal Metros hockey star with a quiet but hardworking …

The final season of Stranger Things was one of the most highly anticipated seasons of television in 2025. Unfortunately, it left fans deeply disappointed. To cope, die-hard fans took to social media to theorize alternate endings, hopeful that the final season was a “fake-out” designed to trick viewers and that …

Much is known about rock and roll super star David Bowie, but very few have had the opportunity to tour his childhood home. Thanks to Geoffrey Marsh, that will soon be possible. The home, located at 4 Plaistow Grove, Bromley, was recently purchased by the Heritage of London Trust after …

Dr. Kain says that high-level thinkers avoid this cognitive mishap, which is a tall feat in today’s world.

Parade consulted with two psychologists on this topic to better understand how this experience in childhood can affect someone as an adult.Dr. Craig Kain is a licensed psychologist who provides therapy and counseling services in...

“Having worked as a therapist for many years, I can assure you that most people do not have it nearly as together on the inside as they may want you to think,” he explains. “Hardly anybody has it all figured out, and nearly nobody feels confident all the time.”

“Is this cold soup?”“It’s a chilled soup,” my father would say. “And it is perfect for a warm evening like this.”When he’d mention the idea of a chilled soup, it was usually a new concept for family friends at the dinner table, but they were willing to try it because …

Dr. Kain gets it—”fine” rolls off the tongue. However, it doesn’t open the door for connection, especially when it’s not true. “Answering ‘fine’ is a way of hiding by deflecting attention away from ourselves,” Dr. Kain says. “It’s very protective and can lull us into feeling safe, but hiding almost …

When dinner needs to hit the table quickly, and you aren’t sure what’s in the fridge, a simple pot of pasta is a great go-to. It’s simple, comforting and will please pretty much everyone at the table.Here at Parade, we’re big fans of cacio e pepe, the classic creamy Roman …

“If you’re in a relationship with someone who has a God complex, there can be many cons, mostly centered around a lack of freedom to make decisions and restrictions on asserting one’s individuality,” Dr. Kain explains.

Who says cookies are only for the December holidays? Let the colors of spring and the genius that is Martha Stewart be the inspiration for a batch of Easter sugar cookies that taste as good as they look. After years and years of baking, Stewart has learned a thing or …

Social media is rife with diet trends and wellness fads. However, one content creator’s experience is reminding us to use caution before adjusting our eating habits.

From grab-and-go foods to local restaurant options, airports across the U.S. offer a slew of dining options to kick off your trip. However, to avoid feeling sick on the plane, you might want to pick your airport meals carefully.

The genius of fried eggs lies in the contrast between crispy whites and runny yolks, but what if you could add one thing to make this breakfast classic even better? In my recent social media travels, I ran across Christopher Kimball over at Milk Street frying eggs in a skillet …

Thankfully, there are ways to mitigate risk.

“It’s ironic how we can use something designed to be uplifting to beat ourselves up,” Dr. Kain says. “Yes, it is important to be grateful, and there is a significant body of literature to support its positive effect. However, sometimes life is just difficult, and we can’t find anything of …

“One of our most basic needs throughout our life is to be understood,” he says. “When we lie and tell ourselves no one will understand us, we prevent ourselves from receiving one of the things we need most. Understanding and being understood are the foundation of empathy and connection with …

Soup's on! Nothing beats soup and a sandwich for lunch or a light supper. Are you a fan of Panera's Tomato and Basil Bisque?According to Panera, this soup gets flavor from a few simple ingredients, like gently simmered tomatoes, chopped basil, a hint of red pepper sweetness and a splash …

“We all carry mental maps in our heads that explain why things happen—our brains like these maps because they require little effort to employ,” Dr. Kain explains. “Most of the time, these maps work out well for us because—most of the time—the facts as they are do fit into our …

Most people would agree that a creamy natural cheese sauce paired with shell macaroni makes the best mac and cheese recipe. It can be served for lunch, as a snack or a dinner side dish to satisfy your hungry eaters. And if you're a fan of Panera Bread, then surely …

“We like people who pay attention to us when we’re talking with them,” Dr. Kain says. “It makes us feel important. If you want to be likable, put the phone away and make eye contact. Position yourself so you’re not distracted by other things around you.”

A dinner that includes a dish like macaroni and cheese is always a welcome sight for hungry family members. Macaroni and cheese can serve as a satisfying side dish, or as the star of the meal with the addition of chunks of country ham or broccoli spears. Trisha Yearwood, the …

“Telling ourselves ‘scary stories’ is a habit that can really hold us back,” says Dr. Craig Kain, Ph.D., a licensed psychologist. “These stories can prevent us from trying new things or even reattempting things a second or third time.”

Every day is a good day when you kick it off with bacon. Cooking bacon is a tried-and-true technique any home cook should master, but if you're trying to skip the frying, grease and cleanup, cooking bacon in the oven is a smarter way to go. Here's what you need …