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Awareness

The Compassion–Capitalism Conflict: Navigating Humanity in a Monetised Helping Profession

There exists an unassuming tug-of-war between compassion and capitalism. Helping others is viewed as innate to humanity, but in various professions: therapy, medicine, education, and social work, it is also regarded as a business. Every act of care has a

Relationship

The Psychology Behind Mood Swings in Romantic Relationships

Riya is confused about her partner. One moment they are affectionate and happy, the other moment they are completely distant. Was it because something happened? Did she say something she wasn’t supposed to? Or is she just thinking too much

Positive Self Help

Spirituality and Psychology: Ancient Wisdom for Modern Mental Health

Spirituality and psychology both aim to help people find peace and improve their well-being, but the methods they use are different. Spirituality focuses on finding purpose and inner calm, while psychology uses science to understand our thoughts, feelings, and behaviour. 

Self Help

Why Some People Feel Lonely or Overwhelmed at Big Celebrations

Even though large celebrations can be joyous, they may also be stressful, lonely, or emotionally overwhelming for some individuals. For an introverted person, socialising can quickly deplete emotional energy (Aron & Aron, 1996). Others may feel weighed down by grief,

Industrial Self Help

The Psychology of Quitting Your First Job: Why Leaving Feels Like Failure

When Riya handed in her resignation letter from her first full-time job, her hands shook, not from regret, but from fear. She had spent months convincing herself that she just needed to “adjust,” that this was normal. Yet the late

Positive Social

Emotional and Psychological Benefits of Volunteering in Gurudwaras

Within the soft rumble of gurdwara langar halls where food is served by hands and made by hearts, there resides the great teaching of emotional and spiritual connection. Volunteering at gurdwaras, nourishing the Sikh tradition of Sewa or selfless service, goes

Social Technology

Small Joys, Big Shadows: How Instagram Rewired Our Sense of Success

Over the last ten years, Instagram has gone from being a simple photo-sharing application to a significant cultural platform where people flaunt their lifestyles, accomplishments, and identities. Rather than serving as a platform of everyday connection, Instagram now functions as

Industrial Life Style

How iPhone Became a Symbol of Social Identity and Mental Status

A few years ago, the ultimate status symbol was to have a Rolex watch, a nice car, or simply being able to pronounce the word “quinoa” out loud without shuddering. Owning an iPhone isn’t just about having a phone. It

Awareness Self Help

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

Social

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