Why your brain keeps torturing you with embarrassing moments from years ago
November 2, 2026
Ever find yourself cringing over something embarrassing you did years ago? Your brain may be holding onto those awkward moments for a reason — and there’s a surprising way to fight back. New York Post Wellness Editor Carly Stern sits down with Dr. Thea Gallagher, clinical psychologist and associate professor at NYU Langone Health, to explain why our minds keep replaying our most mortifying moments and what we can do to finally move on. From embracing discomfort to changing your perspective, find out how to stop letting the past live rent-free in your head.