Psychology behind External Validation
External validation is the approval we seek from others to feel accepted and included. At some point in life, we all desire this validation for who we are and what we do, which may be something as broad as how
External validation is the approval we seek from others to feel accepted and included. At some point in life, we all desire this validation for who we are and what we do, which may be something as broad as how
Hedonic treadmill, So what it is? The term seems very puzzling itself. It is a reflection of an individual’s uncertain changes in moods. The level of happiness often changes after experiencing a positive or negative life event, but eventually, we
Frustration is a temporary mental state that impairs a person’s ability to think clearly and comprehend effectively. Frustration makes a person irritated and with a frustrated mind; they are unable to handle the situation properly. One may start to feel
The Kumbh Mela, a grand confluence of spirituality, ritual, and community, provides an ideal lens through which we can study the complex dynamics of psychological and societal consciousness. From an Indian psychological perspective, it represents a synthesis of ancient traditions
Recently, tragic events have occurred at the Maha Kumbh Mela, one of the largest religious gatherings in the world. A devastating stampede at the 2025 Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj highlights the risks posed by poor crowd control management, claiming the lives
With over seven hundred thousand death rates caused by depression and millions of people affected worldwide every year, depression has gone beyond temporary sadness to an alarming life-threatening illness impacting our individual’s daily life, relationships, and overall well-being and mental
Have you ever examined why certain individuals are able to connect with others so easily while others find it difficult? Unexpectedly, the solution is found in subtle psychological aspects that affect how attractive we seem to others as much as in our
The core of Stoicism is the belief that moral excellence is the highest good and the ultimate purpose of life. The Stoics defined virtue as four cardinal qualities: wisdom, courage, justice, and temperance. Wisdom sets people right about good and
The regulation of emotions is a significant factor in people’s search for a meaningful life. While different schools of thought are pleading for emotional control, Stoicism from ancient Greece has been the most referred to for its emphasis on practical engagement
Do you often find yourself stuck in a loop of eating even if you aren’t hungry and then feeling guilty about it? Do you often find yourself bingeing on food products rich in sugar during stressful times? Does your body