Topic

Psychology & Human Behavior

A collection of 37 issues

What Does It Mean to Think, to Question, to Understand?

What does it mean to think, question, and understand? Let’s delve into the paradoxes of thought, ethics of questioning, limits of understanding, the unknowable, and how misunderstanding fuels progress. Join me in reflecting on how we shape and are shaped by the collective human pursuit of clarity.

The Principal Agent Problem Across Life and Society

What happens when trust is delegated in a world driven by self-interest? Let's explore the principal-agent problem across life, corporate structures, and the economy, weaving philosophy, psychology, and existential reflection into an intricate tapestry of misaligned incentives...

The Paradox of Perfection

Our paradoxical pursuit of perfection often blinds us to the beauty of imperfection. Let's explores humanity’s obsession with flawlessness, its ethical and psychological dimensions, and how embracing imperfection can lead to authenticity, innovation, and a deeper appreciation of life’s transience..

The Absurdity of Beauty Standards : Chasing an Ever-Changing Ideal

As I reflect on the constructs of beauty — those transient ideals that have captivated humanity across epochs — I find myself entrenched in a paradox. Beauty, that ethereal and seemingly universal concept, feels both intimate and alien. It permeates every corner of our lives, from art and literature to the algorithms

The Aesthetics of Excess : Why We Overindulge at Parties and Call It ‘Fun'

As I sit reflecting on the nature of parties — their noise, their vibrancy, their absurdity — I find myself grappling with a fundamental question : Why do we crave excess? Not just on the fringes of our lives but at the very heart of our shared human experiences. What is it about

The Price of Time : A Personal Discourse on Valuing Life’s Most Fleeting Currency

In the relentless churn of daily obligations, demands, and the omnipresent noise of modern existence, I have come to one nagging question: What is the worth of my time? Time — this currency no bank vault can hold, no ledger can account for, and no contract can truly secure. Perhaps the