Psychologus
Emotional pain or psychache does not have visible marks but it’s suffering is even intense than physical pain. It does seem hard to manage it but it is possible. All of us feel painful emotions some time in our life and they differ in severity, intensity and the duration of the feeling. Depression or grieving […]
Sigmund Freud believed that the adult personality is, in many ways, a reflection of our earliest experiences of pleasure, frustration, and control. It’s a striking idea – one that continues to shape how people think about childhood, even today. The notion that early life leaves a lasting psychological imprint is now accepted across modern psychology. […]
Sometimes, our mind might lie to us about what is actually happening. Cognitive distortions are habitual thinking errors that lead us to interpret situations in overly negative, exaggerated, or unrealistic ways. The concept was popularized by the psychiatrist and cognitive psychologist, Aaron T. Beck, whose work laid the foundation for Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (check out […]
What Are Defense Mechanisms in Psychology? Defense mechanisms are unconscious psychological processes that protect the individual from overwhelming emotions such as anxiety, shame, guilt, and fear. They operate automatically, shaping how reality, internal impulses, or emotions are experienced. Rather than eliminating conflict, defense mechanisms manage it internally. Hence, they hold a high importance in psychodynamic […]
Being ‘nice’ is generally not an issue. Most people do like polity and someone who is soft-spoken. Indeed, psychological research shows that someone who is high in agreeableness (one of the big 5 personality traits) is more likely to have a healthier intimate relationship with their partner. However, being a ‘nice guy’ in an environment […]
Joe Goldberg, the infamous protagonist of Netflix’s You, has captivated and horrified audiences with his chilling charm and obsessive pursuit of love (to put it mildly). But underneath Joe’s excessive behaviors (mostly stalking, killing, manipulating) lies a psyche shaped by trauma. By looking at Joe’s beliefs about himself, others, and the world, I hope to […]
What is the difference between a psychologist and psychiatrist? When you’re struggling with your mental health or trying to support someone who is, knowing where to turn can be confusing. You might have heard the terms “psychiatrist” and “psychologist” used interchangeably but they’re not the same. Both professionals are trained to help people manage mental […]
Human nature and consciousness have been instrumental in the development of the world as we know now. The advancements humans have made from studying behavior have led to laws, technology and creating intelligent artificial beings from carefully crafted systems tools. What has made all of this possible? Experimental science. The study of consciousness has remained […]
Why This Difference Matters You’re going through something heavy. A breakup, burnout, grief—doesn’t matter what. And someone, probably well-meaning, says, “At least it’s not worse,” or “Everything happens for a reason.” You nod politely… but deep down, it stings. You don’t feel seen. You definitely don’t feel comforted. And now, on top of the pain, […]
Letting go doesn’t start with moving on it starts with being honest about what still hurts. And that’s not always easy.Sometimes, you’re not even sure what you’re holding onto. You just feel the weight of something a memory, a conversation, a version of yourself sitting quietly in the background of your life. It might be […]