All Madness Begins in the Gut She wanted to be skinny, always skinny, skinnier than the shadows of her own ribs. So she ate nothing but no-fat yogurts, plastic cups stacked like medals of self-denial. No butter, no oil, no yolk, no flesh. Just chalky sweetness, day after day. And then it began. First the … Read more
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Jordan B. Peterson: The Psychologist Who Redefined Modern Discourse “It’s better to do something badly than to not do it at all.” In an era of rising political polarization and digital noise, few psychologists have stirred as much global attention—and controversy—as Dr. Jordan B. Peterson. With a background in clinical psychology and a mind wired … Read more
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Dr. Shraboni Nandi “Understanding the mind, helping the heart.” A Journey Rooted in Curiosity and Compassion “Environment around us influence/affect one’s perception, cognitive or emotional well‑being, as well as behaviour” Driven by early questions about human behavior and a passion to support individuals through psychological struggle, Dr. Shraboni Nandi earned her Ph.D. in Psychology and is registered with India’s … Read more
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Egotism: The Psychology of the Self-Inflated Balloon In psychological terms, egotism, (not egoism), is defined as the tendency to perceive, interpret, and value the world primarily through the lens of the self. It is closely associated with grandiose self-perception, self-enhancement bias, and low agreeableness in the Big Five personality traits. Unlike narcissism, which often stems from … Read more
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B.F. Skinner: The Radical Behaviorist Who Rewired Psychology When discussing the most impactful figures in American psychology, few names command the respect—or controversy—of Burrhus Frederic Skinner, better known as B.F. Skinner. Often referred to as the father of behaviorism, Skinner didn’t just study human behavior—he sought to shape it. The Science of Behavior: Skinner’s Core … Read more
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The Pygmalion Archetype in Psychology: Between Idealization and Transformation In the annals of mythology, few figures capture the complexity of human desire, creativity, and control like Pygmalion—the sculptor who fell in love with the perfect woman he carved from ivory. This tale, first recorded in Ovid’s Metamorphoses, has transcended its mythological roots to become a … Read more
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The stereotype of the woman-object in Japan: Playing with dolls, playing the failed man by Agnès Giard A comprehensive psychological article based on Agnès Giard’s 2019 study “The Stereotype of the Woman‑Object in Japan: Playing with Dolls, Playing the Failed Man”. It explores how cultural metaphors shape gender, identity, and relational dynamics. 1. The Cultural … Read more
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The Shifting Lens of Shame: When Love Turns to Contempt in Children of the Fallen I. Introduction: The Fracture of Innocent Affection The early bond between a child and their parent is not just emotional — it is biological. The architecture of the developing brain is shaped by love, security, and consistent attachment. John Bowlby’s … Read more
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THE PROJECTION – THE MIRROR ALWAYS CRACKS (Or: Projection and Other Dirty Tricks You Learn From Your Parents) The kid looks in the mirror and sees his father staring back. Not the way his father looked—balding, bloated, worn down by bills and bourbon—but the way he was:short-fused, goddamn selfish, the kind of man who’d drink … Read more
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Facing the Mirror: Reclaiming Ourselves from Projection “You meet yourself in others. If you don’t recognize yourself, you haven’t looked deep enough.” – Anonymous You’ve looked in the mirror. You’ve noticed the shadows. You’ve watched how they dance across your relationships, your judgments, your politics, and your culture. Now comes the most powerful part of the … Read more
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