Comic Therapy
What do cartoon heroes have to tell us about relationships, therapy and the mind?
‘Relationships’ at Psychology, Philosophy and Real Life, Page 20
The following articles are related to ‘Relationships’ at Psychology, Philosophy and Real Life.
Having It All is Possible for Everyone
Anne-Marie Slaughter’s essay in The Atlantic stirred up a lot of controversy over family-work balance. Unfortunately, she focuses on individual versus systemic problems. If we instead see the balance issue as one that affects families and not just women, we have a better chance of effecting meaningful change.
The Philosophy of an ‘I Message’
Who would have suspected that a bread-and-butter technique of couples and family therapy could hold deep philosophical meaning?
Not for Ourselves Alone: The Need to Care
Elizabeth Cady Stanton and Susan B. Anthony fought hard for women’s rights, but they never lived to see the end goal. They cared deeply for the plight of others and they worked hard, not for personal benefit, but because it was the right thing to do. In today’s selfish world, we would do better to follow their example.
Getting Away from It All in the Digital Age
Going on vacation used to mean being out of touch for awhile, but it turns out that many people experience less anxiety, stress and unhappiness when they remain “connected” via smartphones and other internet-enabled devices.
Pop Goes the Culture: Giving Generations a Way to Connect
Prior to the technology explosion, people within generations used popular cultural touchstones as a way to share and relate to one another. With current entertainment so diversified, what was once used to connect us may now serve to divide.
All Quiet on the Western Front: Learning from ‘Bonanza’
In our hustle and bustle lifestyle, we often forget about the necessity of quiet and serenity. Without them, we can lose our imagination, our focus and our relationship skills.