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The Frankfurt School
The Frankfurt School refers to a group of scholars associated with the Institute for Social Research in Frankfurt, Germany, founded in 1923.
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Hawkwind – Question the meaning of your sentence!
Calvert was proposing we should understand that this might be a “Prison” planet.
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Social Control: The Self-police Parade
The concept of the Self-Police Parade, as referenced by Robert Calvert, the lyricist and vocalist of the band Hawkwind, is a thought-provoking metaphor that reflects on societal control and the resultant self-regulation of the individual.
Activism
Fritz Lang’s Metropolis – A prophecy delivered?
Fritz Lang’s Metropolis is a ground-breaking film that delves into several profound themes and messages he chose to comment on, in 1927. As well as being a cinematic masterpiece of it’s day, the film offered commentary on potential societal conditions, based on the evidence that he perceived was available and he felt pertinent at the time.
Anxiety
Questioning One’s Assumptions
Carl Rogers, a prominent figure in humanistic psychology, emphasized the importance of self-exploration and the questioning of one’s assumptions
Gratitude
Gratitude in moment
Gratitude, a profound and often underappreciated emotion, holds the power to transform our present mindset and influence our future outlook.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
Prison Planet Syndrome: How Acceptance can Lead the Way Home!
Acceptance is the idea that by accepting that it is only ourselves that we can change in order to correct a perceived problem, that this change in the way we choose to look at things can allow us to be open to the solution. The only thing you can change, if you want to change the world around you, is YOU!
Anxiety
Confirmation Bias
Introduction to Confirmation Bias Confirmation bias is a well-documented psychological phenomenon where individuals tend to favour information that confirms their pre-existing beliefs, values, or attitudes, while simultaneously disregarding or undervaluing information that contradicts them. This bias is not only prevalent in everyday decision-making but also significantly influences how we process Read more…
Happiness
The Mythical Origins of Yoga
Yoga has a rich and ancient history that intertwines with Indian spiritual and philosophical traditions. Its origins are often traced back over 5,000 years, with roots in the Indus Valley Civilization (around 3,000 BCE).
Cognitive theory
How to actively think yourself happy
This is a simple tip on how you should approach everything in your life.