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Social media dramatically impacts our offline lives and mental well-being; examine its benefits, risks and controversies through scientific studies, real-life anecdotes and more.
Anxiety in a Post-Pandemic World: Why We’re Still Not Okay
🧠Introduction: The Unseen Pandemic The masks may be off, but for many of us, the anxiety never really left. We’ve moved forward physically—back to work, back to school, back to "normal." But mentally, emotionally, and spiritually, we are still somewhere in 2020, holding our breath in silence. What the pandemic stole from us wasn't just time or lives—it disrupted our sense of safety, our connection with others, and the way we process the world.
By Shoaib Afridi9 months ago in Psyche
From I Think Therefore I Am to I Scroll, Therefore I Am
The New Mirror of the Self At 2 AM, eyes blurry and thumb sore, you’re still scrolling. But why? Another meme. Another perfect face. Another video of someone you laugh, you like, you swipe—but somewhere inside, a question flickers;
By Yasar Ahmad 9 months ago in Psyche
"The Interpretation of Dreams" by Sigmund Freud: A Journey into the Unconscious Mind
"The Interpretation of Dreams" by Sigmund Freud: A Journey into the Unconscious Mind "The Interpretation of Dreams" is not just a book; it is the foundation of modern psychology and a journey into the mysterious world of the unconscious. First published in 1899, this book revolutionized our understanding of dreams. Dreams are no longer seen as random or meaningless images; instead, they are glimpses into our hidden desires, fears, and experiences. Freud's writing is a blend of science, philosophy, and personal discovery. This book explains how dreams are formed, their connection to the unconscious mind, and how they reveal hidden truths through symbols. Although it can be challenging, for those interested in understanding the human mind, it is a feast for the intellect.
By Ikram Ullah9 months ago in Psyche
The Age of Secondhand Emotions: How Social Media Has Turned Us Into Borrowers of Other People’s Feelings. AI-Generated.
There was a time when feelings were private. Grief happened behind closed doors, joy was shared over phone calls, and anger was reserved for real-world confrontations. Now, all of it is broadcast, looped, liked, and commented on. In the age of Instagram Reels and TikTok For You pages, feelings are no longer just felt—they are performed, consumed, and echoed. We are living in the age of secondhand emotions, where we experience feelings not through our own lives, but through the curated and choreographed lives of others.
By Ahmet Kıvanç Demirkıran9 months ago in Psyche
How TikTok Changed the Way We Think About Fame
There was a time when fame came wrapped in decades of effort. Musicians performed in empty bars before stadiums. Actors climbed theater steps before the red carpet. Writers survived rejection letters stacked like towers before seeing print. Time was the currency fame demanded—years, sometimes lifetimes.
By Mehtab Ahmad9 months ago in Psyche
The Day I Deleted All Social Media – What Happened Next Changed Me
I didn’t plan it. There was no “digital detox” challenge, no Instagram announcement about taking a break. One quiet evening, I simply snapped. After hours of scrolling through photos of people I barely knew living lives I didn’t really care about—and yet somehow envied—I put my phone down and whispered to myself, “This isn’t living.”
By Talha Maroof9 months ago in Psyche
