Personality

Posted on by Reena Saxena

Personality emerges from the complex interplay of biological predispositions, environmental influences, psychological processes, and social experiences. Its components—temperament, character, cognition, emotion, motivation, and behaviour—work together to create the unique individual. This intricate system continually tailors our responses to people and situations through perceptual filters, emotional reactions, behavioural patterns, and social dynamics. Understanding these mechanisms illuminates … Continue reading Personality

Fundamental Forces and Human Behavior

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An accomplished research scientist in the field of electronics once said, “I understand Electronics completely, a bit of Physics and Maths. What I could never figure out is why two people like or dislike each other.” It unveils the enigmatic nature of human relationships, a puzzle that continues to fascinate and intrigue us. Electrons, by … Continue reading Fundamental Forces and Human Behavior

What is normalcy?

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If normal is being like everyone else, I’d not like to be normal. As I make this declaration, I'm acutely aware of the paradox it presents. Life, to a significant extent, is about conforming to societal norms. I work during the day, sleep at night, eat food cooked with the same ingredients that everybody else … Continue reading What is normalcy?

Revival

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Have you seen that hardened matriarch, the female boss, or a single woman whom we address by different derogatory names? They are generally seen as mood spoilers or wet blankets on others’ enthusiasm. What makes them whatever they are today? Maybe this figure was an enthusiastic woman at some stage, brimming with ideas and wanting … Continue reading Revival

Provoked

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“Provocative statements lead to deep insights. It brings out concealed and suppressed thoughts.” “Hmmm… You’ve built your career in law with this strategy.” “I need to bring out the truth, to take the case forward.” “And sometimes, plant seeds of a thought which did not exist before.” “What are you arriving at?” He is visibly … Continue reading Provoked

Projection

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Projection is a far more common phenomenon than I ever thought of.  Arrogance never admits folly. Their acts are just a faux pas, always meant to disappear in flames, labeled as a foul mood. But the core evil of intent is passed on to someone else as final judgment, transposed on another to provide relief … Continue reading Projection

Breaking Mirrors

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I watch with disbelief unidentifiable pieces of a splintered self mock and challenge like ten heads of Raavan never at peace with each other I search for the base on which rest pieces of a damaged psyche Re-engineering too needs a logic in the face of bullets flying from all sides I redefine the self … Continue reading Breaking Mirrors

If I were an app

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I curse my creator everyday. He is glorified for inventing an app for reading the mind, and telling users if they are on the right track vis-a-vis their life goals. I’m sure they benefit as my workload increases every hour. But … shall I confess? I break down a little every hour. The burden of … Continue reading If I were an app

Ineptitude

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https://open.spotify.com/episode/7M4She4lp75nJrWvfqGdY8?si=4ef2614abb044941 He trudges on in the desert, as the weight of the basket increases with every step. Special boots do not help. The glasses he wears obstruct clear vision, The compass shows a certain direction, but he’s not sure why is he following that. The ineptitude shows. He has never been trained for mental strength … Continue reading Ineptitude