pop culture
Representations of mental health in pop culture; dissect and discuss popular psychology, mental illness stigmas, and media depictions.
The Psychology of Procrastination
Procrastination - a term that strikes a chord with almost everyone at some point in their lives. Whether it's putting off tasks until the last minute or delaying important decisions, procrastination is a common phenomenon that affects people across all walks of life. But what lies beneath this seemingly irrational behaviour? What drives us to delay gratification when we know it's not in our best interest? Let's dive into the fascinating world of procrastination and explore the psychology behind this puzzling phenomenon.
By Amanda Hill2 years ago in Psyche
Narcissism And Personality Disorders. Content Warning.
Are all personality disorders the outcomes of frustrated narcissism? During our formative years (6 months to 6 years old), we are all “narcissists”. Primary Narcissism is a useful and critically important defense mechanism. As the infant separates from his mother and becomes an individual, it is likely to experience great apprehension, fear, and pain. Narcissism shields the child from these negative emotions. By pretending to be omnipotent, the toddler fends off the profound feelings of isolation, unease, pending doom, and helplessness that are attendant on the individuation-separation phase of personal development.
By kavinda ranabahu2 years ago in Psyche
If You're Neurodivergent and You Play Special Interest Roulette
Chances are, if you’re neurodivergent or somewhere on the spectrum, your special interests are going to fade. One day, you discover 1940s swing dancing and absolutely fall in love with it. You do the whole “neurodivergent thing” — read every website you find, borrow all the books from the library, watch hours of videos, and listen to music of the era.
By Nikki Abelson2 years ago in Psyche
Your Words Are Your Sword.
People underrate their words so much and too often. When people often get a "You look nice today," they answer like: "What? Me? No, No, I look awful today; this was a rough morning…" and continue in the endless negative downward spiral.
By Zondra Dos Anjos2 years ago in Psyche
3 Ways to Understand the Law of Attraction Better
Undoubtedly, you may have found yourself captivated by the concepts introduced in "The Secret" and yearned for a deeper comprehension of the enigmatic law of attraction. Amidst a sea of spiritual guides and mentors expounding upon this cosmic principle, it becomes clear that the law of attraction, at its core, is merely a label we've assigned to a force that remains shrouded in mystery.
By The Enlightenment Journey2 years ago in Psyche
Why Random Acts Of Kindness Are So Powerful
I was at a donut shop the other day and the lady behind the counter gave me some free donuts, just because. I was shocked by the sudden act, but felt super stoked that I got free donuts. When I left the donut shop and got into my car, I felt something coming down my face and noticed that I started tearing up over free donuts.
By Jay Kobayashi2 years ago in Psyche
