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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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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Cacophobia: The Pathology of Beauty’s Darkest Fear, The Ugliness Cacophobia, a relatively obscure yet deeply unsettling psychopathological condition, is the irrational and paralyzing fear of ugliness. This anxiety disorder, cataloged under specific phobias in the DSM-5, manifests in visceral reactions to perceived physical or aesthetic deformity. Sufferers experience acute dysphoria, tachycardia, hyperhidrosis, and, in extreme … Read more
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Love Turned to Hatred and Betrayal: A Tale as Old as Time Love, the most profound and cherished of human emotions, has the power to uplift, transform, and heal. Yet, when corrupted by lust, jealousy, or selfish ambition, love can curdle into hatred and betrayal, leading to tragic consequences. History, literature, and modern media are … Read more
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Understanding Anger Issues: Causes, Reactions, and Historical Cases Anger is one of the most powerful human emotions, capable of both constructive and destructive outcomes. It can drive people to stand against injustice, yet it can also lead to regrettable actions that ruin lives and reputations. Understanding anger, its causes, and its manifestations helps us better … Read more
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Narcissism, Self-Love, and Social Media Influencers: A Digital Plague? In an age dominated by the constant glow of screens, narcissism has become an undeniable byproduct of social media culture. Narcissism, historically rooted in Greek mythology with the tale of Narcissus, describes an obsessive self-focus that alienates the external world. Today, this phenomenon manifests prominently in … Read more
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Narcissism: A Mirror That Consumes the Soul The myth of Narcissus, as told in Greek literature, remains one of the most enduring cautionary tales about self-obsession. First recounted in Ovid’s Metamorphoses, the story tells of a beautiful youth who falls in love with his reflection in a pool of water. Consumed by this image, he … Read more
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