A guide to achieving growth mindset
“Achieving expertise is not some fixed prior ability, but purposeful engagement.” Robert Sternberg It’s not always the people who start out the smartest who end up the smartest. The view you adopt of yourself has the power to affect the way you lead your life. It sets the precedent for the kind of person you […]
The Psychology behind Love and Romance
What does it mean to love someone? Is it always the same or does it differ? What makes love last or disappear quickly into thin air? At some point in life, we have all asked these questions. While romance and love are a part of everyone’s life, we have seldom been able to understand them […]
Unmasking “Strong Woman Syndrome”: Practical Pathways to Break Free
“Wow, you’re so strong. I don’t know how you do it.” This is very commonly found in various casual conversations with women. It’s a phrase many women hear and, at first, it makes you feel confident and in control of your situation. Who doesn’t want to be admired for resilience, for being the one others […]
How do we know if we are biased?
Everyone possesses unconscious biases and we can hardly imagine the ways in which they impact us. For instance, a person may know “instinctively” when they feel physically threatened without knowing the exact source or location of the threat. Despite our best intentions, we make judgments about ourselves and others based on sweeping cultural or racial […]
5 winning tips to succeed in Groups
Groups usually consist of two or more individuals who are connected and within social relationships. They come into existence when people become linked together, communicate and mutually depend on one another. For instance, a family is a group because members are connected, not just by genetic similarities but social and emotional relationships. People who work […]
Narcissism Explained: Mythological Roots, Psychological Functions, and Behavioral Patterns
Origins of Narcissism in Greek Mythology The term narcissism is derived from the legend of “Narcissus” in Greek mythology. The legend depicts that Narcissus is a beautiful young man who rejects the advances of Echo, a mountain nymph. Heartbroken, she lives out the rest of her life in desolation. As punishment, Nemesis, the goddess of […]
Understanding the Social Ranking Theory to enhance Peer relationships
Social rank theory is one of the several evolutionary theories that help explain seemingly maladaptive emotions. The theory proposes that emotions and moods are substantially influenced by the way one perceives their social rank or status in a hierarchy. In simpler terms, it suggests that the degree to which one feels inferior to others and […]
Tips on Bringing authenticity to toxic Social Groups
We are primarily social beings and our nature is to recognize, interact and form relationships with our counterparts. These social relationships have a phenomenal influence on our physical and mental wellbeing across our lifespan. In fact, it may not only affect our health behaviours but also our biology, wellbeing and brain. Why Authenticity Matters in […]
The Psychology of Superstitions: Why Do People Believe?
The first customer predicts good business. A broken mirror may bring bad luck. Giving shoes as a gift will make your partner run away. If your eyes are twitching, you may meet an old friend or long-lost relative. Seeing a black cat cross your path is a bad omen. When you sneeze, it means someone […]
How Telly Dramas Affect Mental Health: Escapism, Emotional Healing, or Unrealistic Expectations?
Our vision towards the content that we watch on TV has changed drastically in the past few years. With technological advances, entertainment is available on demand for viewers at any time and place. With the growth of web streaming systems such as Netflix and Amazon Prime Video, watching an entire show without waiting for the […]