Heraclitus, an ancient Greek philosopher, is perhaps best known for his doctrine that “everything flows” or “everything changes.” Central to his thought is the concept…
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Learned helplessness is a psychological condition in which a person or animal learns to believe that they have no control over their situation, even when…
The Classical Period, spanning roughly from the 5th century BCE to the 5th century CE, is often regarded as the foundation of Western philosophy, art…
Soren Kierkegaard, often regarded as the father of existentialism, placed a profound emphasis on the concept of authenticity in his works. Kierkegaard’s exploration of authenticity…
Mid-life is a unique time of transformation–a period where many of us begin to reflect on our past, reassess our present, and redefine our future.…
The fear of being labeled “crazy” or “insane” is a deep-rooted psychological anxiety that affects many people, particularly women and creative individuals. The fear can…
In our pursuit of happiness, success, or even just a simple, peaceful life, we often find ourselves teetering between extremes–too much or too little, excess…
The 500s BCE was a transformative era in ancient Greece, marking the dawn of profound cultural and intellectual developments that have shaped the course of…
Positive psychology, as a formal field, emerged in the late 1990s, thanks to the work of psychologists like Martin Seligman. The goal was to shift…
In the realm of philosophy, virtues are often divided into two distinct categories: moral virtues and intellectual virtues. Understanding the difference between the two can…