Envy, being one of the seven deadly sins, is often considered a negative emotion that arises when individuals compare themselves to others and experience a sense of lacking in comparison to those perceived as more successful or privileged. It involves a mix of feelings, including discontent, resentment, and a desire for what others possess or…
Author: Marjorie N. Gomez
Projecting Insecurities onto Others
Human beings are an amalgam of emotions, experiences, and self-perceptions. One intricate facet of this complexity in humanity is the tendency to project our insecurities onto others. Projecting insecurities involves displacing our doubts, fears, and vulnerabilities onto those around us. This psychological phenomenon can manifest in various aspects of life, from personal relationships to professional…
A Critical Examination of Toxic Positivity
In recent years, the concept of positivity has gained great attention as a remedy for navigating life’s challenges. While cultivating a positive mindset can indeed contribute to personal well-being, the phenomenon of “toxic positivity” can also emerge as a potential hazard. The discussion around toxic positivity is focused on the excessive and unrealistic emphasis on…
The Fragility of Modern Relationships: A Liquid Love Perspective
The concept of “liquid love” came to light thanks to the British sociologist Zygmunt Bauman, particularly in his book “Liquid Love: On the Frailty of Human Bonds,” published in 2003. Since then, the concept of “liquid love,” has been popularized, offering a unique lens through which to examine the dynamics of contemporary human relationships. In…
Code-Switching: Valuing language use
The phenomenon of code-switching (using two or more languages interchangeably) was first identified in the 1940s and 1950s. At that time, it was considered a substandard language practice. In the 1980s, however, code-switching started to be recognized as a pedagogical phenomenon in language instruction and received attention as a specific strategy of foreign language teachers…
The Main Character Syndrome
The Main Character Syndrome (MCS) is a concept that has gained significant attention in recent years. It is unclear where the term was originally coined, within the realm of social media, but it has gained much popularity on TikTok. The attention given to such a ‘phenomenon’ is centered on the field of psychology and social…
The Philosophy of “The Denial of Death”
We are all going to die. We know it, but death is something distant, something that will occur someday, not this morning nor this afternoon. Likewise, we work out and eat healthy to live longer. We use all kinds of products to preserve our youth in the hopes of beating time. We listen carefully to…
Gratitude: The Path to Well-being
Gratitude has different definitions for many people. For some, gratitude is simply an emotion, for others, it is a philosophical attitude towards life. The attributes or descriptions of gratitude are numerous and accommodate personal beliefs. Independent of the view one might have about gratitude, many scholars agree that practicing gratitude can enhance our lives, making…
Oversharing: Navigating Boundaries in the Digital Age
On social media, sharing is one of the many aspects people engage in. In the digital age, sharing involves immaterial sharing, which is a practice that includes the revealing of feelings and knowledge (Kennedy, 2018). However, sharing has morphed into something else, a need for attention and a deep desire to connect with a broader…
Cultural Wars Against Men Today
In recent years, discussions surrounding gender issues have expanded beyond addressing women’s challenges and have begun to encompass some struggles faced by men. The emergence of the concept of “cultural wars against men” has sparked debates about the societal expectations placed on men and the impact of these expectations on their well-being. While it is…
