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The Fundamental Ideas of Hinduism
We don't have to be Hindus to admire the imaginative way in which the religion seeks to align its teachings with the particular demands we face acros…
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POP CULTURE: Finer Celebrities
It’s easy to criticise modern societies for being ‘celebrity obsessed’. But the problem isn’t an interest in celebrity, it’s the sort of celebrities …
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Why We Love to Suffer
Masochism is the belief that one is secretly deserving of punishment. Whilst sexual masochism can be fun, emotional masochism - which is much more co…
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The Impact of Dishonesty to Transform Your Love Life
Relationships suffer from a fundamental tension between the desire to be honest and the fear of being abandoned. We go into relationships in order to…
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The Insight of Pessimism
Pessimism is generally equated with a grumpy and immature kind of mood. But it is in fact at the origin of wisdom – and can even leave us feeling sur…
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What Is Emotional Neglect? And How to Cope
Emotional neglect - the withholding of parental love during childhood - can have a psychological impact no less profound than other forms of abuse. B…
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Why Do We Often Shelter Our Parents From the Truth of Their Consequences?
Emotional Intelligence, Daily. Start now: https://www.theschooloflife.com/subscription/ Get weekly insights for better relationships, deeper self-kn…
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When We Fall Mentally Ill...
Mental crises can seem to come out of the blue, but their roots probably reach back years, even decades. Recovery begins only when we begin to listen…
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The Psychology of Men's Loneliness
Why are male friendships so hard? This film explores the psychology of masculinity and the barriers to intimacy between men. Can we redefine what it …
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In Conversation: Alain de Botton on Excellent Company with Jamie Laing
Alain de Botton sits down with Jaime Laing on the @GreatCompanyPodcast. Together they dive into such subjects as: What is love? How do we navigate he…
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