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colour psychology

Color Psychology and 4 Important Practical Implication of It

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Introduction Picture this: you’re studying for an exam, highlighter in hand, coloring your notes in neon yellow. Later, when you’re sitting nervously in the exam hall, you suddenly “see” that yellow highlight in your mind, and—voilà—you remember the exact formula you needed. Coincidence? Not really. Science suggests that color doesn’t just make the world pretty; […]

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Patterns

Why Our Brains Crave Patterns and 3 Important Dark Sides Of It

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Introduction One morning, you’re buttering your toast, and suddenly—you stop. Right there, staring back at you, is a face. Two perfectly browned “eyes,” a little nose-like dent, and even what looks like a crooked smile. Your logical brain knows it’s just breakfast, but your other brain—the ancient, pattern-loving part—whispers: “That’s a face.” Welcome to the

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boredom

The Paradox of Boredom and 3 Important Ingredients of It

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Introduction Picture this: You’re stuck in a waiting room with no Wi-Fi, no magazines, and a phone battery hanging on at 2%. You tap your foot. You sigh. You count the ceiling tiles. “I’m so bored,” you mutter. Boredom is one of those universal experiences—everyone hates it, nobody wants it, and yet, oddly enough, psychologists

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self-compassion

The Role of Self-Compassion in Healing Anxiety and Depression

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Introduction Let’s face it—our inner critic can be a real jerk. That little voice that tells us we’re not good enough, that we messed up (again), or that everyone else is doing life better than we are? Yeah, it’s relentless. For people struggling with anxiety and depression, this inner monologue often runs on a loop,

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Ganesh Visarjan as a Metaphor for Letting Go and 6 Revolutionary Lessons It Brings With It

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When God Returns to the Waters Every year, as Ganesh Chaturthi culminates, streets echo with chants of “Ganpati Bappa Morya, Pudhchya Varshi Lavkar Ya!” (O Lord Ganesha, come again next year!). The clay idols that were lovingly sculpted, decorated, and worshipped for days are carried in joyous processions before being immersed in flowing waters. This

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Ganesha As Archetype and 6 Important Psychological Lessons They Teach

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Why Ganesha Speaks to the Psyche Every August-September, Lord Ganesha makes his grand entrance—idol processions, sweet modaks, and joyous chants filling the streets. But beneath the festive glitter lies a deeper psychological truth: Ganesha is not only worshipped as the remover of obstacles (Vighnaharta) but also as a symbolic archetype of the human psyche itself.

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routine

The Quiet Power of Routine and 5 Important Benefits of It

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In a world obsessed with spontaneity, adventure, and “living in the moment,” routines often get a bad rap. But the humble daily habits we perform—brushing our teeth, making our morning coffee, or even taking the same route to work—hold remarkable psychological power. Far from being boring, routines are the backbone of mental health, productivity, and

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rain

Pavlovian Raindrops and 5 Interesting Emotional Associations People Have with Rain

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Introduction Rain isn’t just water falling from the sky—it’s an emotional trigger, a memory cue, and sometimes a mood-altering agent. From cozying up with a book on a rainy afternoon to feeling inexplicably gloomy when clouds gather, humans have long had strong emotional responses to weather. But is this purely cultural, or could it have

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discomfort

The Comfort of Predictable Discomfort and 4 Ways to Break It

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Why would anyone stick with a bad job, toxic relationship, or unhealthy habit? The answer is surprisingly human: sometimes, the devil you know feels safer than the uncertainty you don’t. Predictable discomfort is the psychological state in which a person remains in a known but unpleasant situation—such as a bad habit, toxic relationship, or unfulfilling

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Post-Travel Blues and 5 Important Ways to Cope With It

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Introduction Many travelers are familiar with the euphoric anticipation before a journey—the thrill of exploration, novelty, and escape from routine. Yet fewer anticipate the emotional dip that can occur after returning home. Commonly called post-travel blues or post-vacation blues, this phenomenon involves feelings of sadness, restlessness, and dissatisfaction following a trip. These symptoms can be

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