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The empty noise on social media

The war for attention is real, and it's brutal. Players who think they control the game are played by bigger players. And for what? For ad revenue. Companies like facebook, Google, & Co don't care what they have to do to maximise profit. If we spend more time on their sites (increasing our exposure to […]

The Psychology of Foolishness during a Pandemic

Recklessness in times of crisis The number of Corona infections is rising, and it’s partly related to psychology. Why are we reckless in times of a crisis? Chapters: Risk vs Danger - are they the same?Why security increases our riskFaster, harder, louder (personal story)Why we take unnecessary risksRecklessness in times of Corona Risk vs Danger […]

The gloating about trump's COVID-19 diagnosis

When the message of trump’s COVID-19 infection spread, many were gloating.

Are we evil people? Did trump make himself a victim with his obsession to downplay the danger and not show “weakness”? Is it allowed to feel that way when another person is sick? What is wrong with us?

In this article, you will learn how we make moral judgements and why some people gloat over the misfortune of another individual.

Evolution and Jealousy

On the first look, jealousy must be one of the most counterproductive emotions of them all. Just think of all the relationships that break because one partner is overly jealous.

Overcoming conspiracy and crisis

When conspiracy theories and rumors are on the rise Since 2016, the number of people who believe what they want has increased dramatically. Some of us have become fact-resistant. As we are dealing with the impact of the coronavirus, the world has become quieter in some places much louder in others. Telling rumors and conspiracies, […]

The danger of the obvious

Communication has more aspects than spoken words and words have more dimensions than "right" and "wrong." We should pay attention to the obvious. It saves a lot of time and energy to acknowledge what is right in front of you. However, we shouldn’t give the obvious too much importance. Perhaps the color of the wrap […]

I will not allow that you feel alone any longer

This letter is for you.
I want you to know that I will not allow that you feel alone. You won't feel ignored or abused anymore. I will not allow that you feel alone because you deserve as many good things as everyone else - just because you exist. You deserve it because you matter.

How to turn good people evil

Were you surprised when White House officials first referred to refugees and immigrants as "animals infesting our country"? Or are you already used to the dehumanizing wording? Did you cry when you thought about the drugged children in cages? Or do you feel it's their own fault? I am sure you have asked yourself how […]

How social media makes lonely

Is it true? Social media makes lonely? But, perhaps not? John joined Facebook in 2011. He was a guy who never had a ton of friends but Facebook changed that. John now has over 700 friends. Every time he posts something many people like and share his posts. So much love for John. Patricia lives […]