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Reviews of innovative products, apps, devices and tools to promote self-care and mental health management.
The Hidden Psychology of Connection
In a world more digitally connected than ever, loneliness is paradoxically thriving. As we scroll through social media feeds and interact with AI companions, we find ourselves surrounded by virtual connections that, in reality, leave us feeling more isolated than before. Eric Solomon, Ph.D., explores this paradox and reveals how the very tools meant to keep us connected might be deepening our sense of isolation.
By SophiaSoso8 months ago in Psyche
Are You a Coca-Cola Person?
Background and Context: Disclaimer: This article was written quite a while back and I forgot to release it. Forgive me I've been doing some reflecting as I have now reached the age where drinking a whole can of coke in one day will make me quite ill indeed. I have owned by fair share of Coca-Cola merchandise in my life and yet, I have also realised that this is a soft drink. Why in God's name can I buy t-shirts, calendars, pencil cases, and even branded kitchen equipment made by Coca-Cola? It is something that I just think is very strange. I first read about something to do with this when Rory Sutherland did a breakdown of Red Bull's marketing strategy in his book "Alchemy". So, how did Coca-Cola become the ultimate symbol of the Modern American Lifestyle? As someone from the UK, I have always associated America with Coca-Cola. But this isn't organic. It's by design.
By Annie Kapur9 months ago in Psyche
Random Acts Of Flowers
Today started off as any normal chemo day, however honestly I thought I’d be turned away since I was sick last week. Alas, my labs were super this week, so chemo proceeded as normal. On the infusion floor, there are always two elderly volunteers who are amazing. They go around each section of the infusion floor asking chemo patients if they want anything from snacks, beverages and even warn heated blankets. Around eleven they bring by a small light lunch, half sandwich, chips, a drink and a snack for later. However something different happened today, today I received flowers from them with a person from the company called Random Acts of Flowers.
By Jessie Lynn Nelson9 months ago in Psyche
The Forgotten Language of Touch: How Physical Contact Shapes Our Emotional Well-being
In a world dominated by screens and digital expressions, we have learned to communicate through messages, emojis, and reactions. We connect in online meetings, express love with virtual hearts, and offer condolences through comment sections. Yet, in our reliance on words and technology, we’ve drifted away from one of the oldest and most profound forms of communication—physical touch.
By Mysteries with Professor Jahani9 months ago in Psyche
