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Near-Death Experiences and The Psychological Reframing of Mortality

Many people view death as the ultimate unknown, a boundary hidden in silence, fear, and uncertainty. But for some who have come very close to death, that line becomes something else: a moment of deep understanding.  People who have survived

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How Guilt and Regret Shape Our Decisions, Character, and Emotional Well-Being

A central question of human psychology is whether and when people change for the better. It has long been believed that emotions are essential for self-regulation, but the part that certain emotions play in inspiring a desire for self-improvement has

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ISKCON & the Mind: How Spiritual Practices Shape Well-being

For many people,  the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) represents more than a religious movement; it is a lifestyle that is deeply rooted in devotion, discipline, and an activity of inner peace, but how do these spiritual practices impact

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Developmental Psychology of the Character: Ambi (Anniyan)

Ambi is the title character played by Vikram in Anniyan (2005). Anniyan is a complex character situated in an extreme psychosocial and emotional development throughout his existence. He involves himself in the character of Anniyan and another personality that he

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Living with Loss: Understanding and Coping with Grief

Grief is defined as the natural and normal response to loss. Loss refers to the absence and the act of losing something or someone, which could be physical, emotional and social as well. Grief can be unique to each person,

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The Hidden Cost of Status: How Social Media Drives Overspending and Anxiety

The relentless pursuit of image—luxury cars, designer labels, curated social media lives—often hides a cost of psychological and financial stress. So many forego savings and stability to show success, motivated by social comparison and the narrative that the wealthy are

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Beyond Blood: How Chosen Families Strengthen Mental Health in Trans Lives

We often assume that a family is defined by blood relations, but shouldn’t it be defined by those individuals who offer unconditional love, support, security, and the simple freedom to be who you truly are? For many within the LGBTQ

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The Psychological Impact of Parental Fights on Children

Prolonged and acute parental conflict can be devastating psychologically to children. When there is fighting between parents, they are at risk of depression, anxiety, behavioural disorders, and poor social relationships. The children can be insecure or believed to have caused

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Why Feeling Safe Matters More Than Scoring High: Maslow vs. Bloom in Real Human Growth

Schools are meant to be havens of knowledge where wisdom and education are not only disseminated, but also where future leaders are cultivated. Despite being regarded as institutions of education. A school does so much more for the child, focusing

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Cultural Rituals of Fasting and Their Psychological Impact

Fasting is one of humanity’s oldest and most widespread ritual practices. It is performed in the forms of  Navaratri in Hinduism, Ramadan in Islam, and Lent in Christianity. Fasting is more than abstaining from food; rather, it’s a symbol of discipline,