fromPsychology Today2 weeks agoThe Surprising Ways Childhood Narratives Affect UsChildhood narratives shape our identities and perceptions of the world, affecting our beliefs and relationships throughout life.
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When a Shooting Spurs a Social-Media CycleSocial media amplifies the rush to create narratives during crises, filling information vacuums with speculation.The internet's role in democratizing information has led to an eager yet often misinformed public.
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France specialises in glum self-doubt. Has this joyful Olympics finally changed that? | Alexander HurstThe atmosphere in France during the Olympics showcased a temporary shift towards joy and unity, despite ongoing political divisions.
The Best Books of 2024 So FarBooks explore themes of belonging, love, and loss through narratives that delve deep into personal histories and relationships.
France specialises in glum self-doubt. Has this joyful Olympics finally changed that? | Alexander HurstThe atmosphere in France during the Olympics showcased a temporary shift towards joy and unity, despite ongoing political divisions.
Nina Beier's 'Parts' Exhibition at Kiasma: Unveiling the Hidden Narratives of Everyday Objects | stupidDOPEObjects speak volumes, reflecting complex narratives and global connections through Beier's artwork.
African Music to the WorldTems is making significant waves in the music industry with her honest and captivating music, straddling R&B and Afrobeats, capturing various emotions through her relatable lyrics and catchy hooks.
This Spring, Cookbooks Are Traveling to the Coast of EuropeA cookbook capturing the essence of summers in the South of France through photography and narratives.
HopeHumans are pattern-matching machines, creating narratives and models to predict and act upon the world, leading to both great and potentially misleading outcomes.
Alice Wong's 'Disability Intimacy' Is a Deep Dive into Relationships and Community | KQEDEditing anthology post-hospitalization was a critical lifeline for Alice Wong, reflecting on intimacy and combating simplified narratives around disabilities.
The Essential Joan DidionThe real Joan Didion, beyond her iconic image, focused on depicting the human compulsion to construct narratives for survival through skepticism and outsider's perspective.
Next gen of designers, deceptive AI patterns, becoming a Senior DesignerDesigners should focus on shaping their own narratives and thinking critically about their work.
Luise Schaller's illustrations investigate "the thin veil between reality, fiction and metaphor"Luise Schaller uses drawing as a tool for reflection, creating emotionally charged visual narratives.
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