Author: VedantJM
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Become the best! (The secrets to motivation)
Mastery is the second key to intrinsic motivation and success. Though one can never reach it, it’s a valuable weapon to have.
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Building Bridges of Understanding
As a Hindu, I often find it interesting when I return to India and engange in conversation about gender. I also see different perspectives when talking to friends of different faiths. Interfaith dialogue, which unites individuals from various religious backgrounds, offers a distinctive opportunity to explore and address the intersections of gender and faith. By…
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Take control over your life! (The secrets to motivation)
Autonomy is one of the 3 keys to success. Watch this video to learn more about it and how you can incorporate it into your life:
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Don’t get left behind! (The secrets to motivation)
Tired of feeling unmotivated? Tired of feeling bored? Watch this video to learn what you have been doing wrong – it’s not entirely your fault!
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An article I found interesting
Recently, I was shared an article titled “Men are lost. Here’s a map out of the wilderness.” Having been captivated by the read, I felt obliged to share it. I would love to hear your thoughts on this.
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Should ‘gender’ be taught at schools?
This is a topic I have had many debates about with my friends. From angry parents to controversial news articles, I have seen this topic be brought up frequently. Why do schools choose to teach this? Gender and sexual education plays a crucial role in promoting healthy relationships, fostering consent culture, and empowering individuals to…
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Choose the right pain
“The pain of discipline is far less than the pain of regret” For thousands of years, philosophers and psychologists have discussed the art of discipline. The word “σωφροσύνη” existed in Ancient Greece; the concept that the idea of an excellent character and soundness leads to other qualities, such as temperance, moderation, prudence, purity, decorum, and…
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Did you see the Gorilla?
Imagine this scenario: you find yourself engrossed in the thrilling spectacle of your favorite team competing in the champions league final. The score stands at 0-0, and your team is on the verge of a decisive play. Suddenly, an unexpected intruder, a gorilla, makes its way onto the field. Naturally, one would assume that such…
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Is gender nature or nurture?
I was first introduced to the Nature vs. Nurture debate in my psychology classroom. A classmate of mine was attempting to get my teacher’s perspective on it. I asked my self, where else is this debate applicable? One particular area of focus is the debate between nature and nurture when it comes to the development…
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Boys don’t cry
Within the fabric of our societal structure, there exist numerous forms of labor that regrettably go unnoticed and unappreciated. One such form, emotional labor, holds particular significance when considering the influence of gender roles and societal expectations. Emotional labor refers to the arduous task of managing one’s own emotions while simultaneously ensuring the emotional well-being…