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Carl Jungian's theory and Ardhanarishvar

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Carl Jung's psychology, specifically the anima/animus archetypes, projection, and the process of individuation, and it correctly draws a parallel to the Hindu deity Ardhanarishvara. Jungian psychology: ​"मनोवैज्ञानिक कार्ल जुंग ने बताया- हर पुरुष के भीतर एक स्त्री छिपी हुई है, अपने भीतर छिपी स्त्री की तरह दिखने वाली स्त्री की तलाश आदमी बाहर करता है।" (Psychologist Carl Jung said - every man has a woman hidden inside, and a man searches for a woman outside who looks like the woman hidden inside him.) - This  reflects Jung's concept of the anima. He believed the anima is the unconscious feminine side of a man. A man often projects his anima onto women he meets in the world, which can influence his romantic choices. ​"तुम्हें हर स्त्री पसंद नहीं आती लेकिन जो स्त्री पसंद आती है वो थोड़ी बहुत तुम्हारे अंदर की स्त्री की तरह दिखती है इसलिए तुम एक स्त्री के पीछे पागल होकर उसके प्यार में पड़ जाते हो।" (You don't like every woman, but the woman you do like looks a...

Homesickness in UnderGraduate students

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Homesickness is a common and normal experience for many undergraduate students, especially during their first year away from home. The transition to college life involves a significant shift in environment, routine, and social dynamics, which can trigger feelings of distress. The symptoms of homesickness can vary in intensity and may include a range of emotional, physical, and behavioral changes. These can be easily confused with other mental health issues, such as depression, so it's important to be aware of the specific signs. Emotional and Psychological Symptoms ​Sadness, loneliness, and feelings of emptiness. ​Anxiety and stress about the new environment. ​Irritability or mood swings. ​A sense of not belonging or not fitting in. ​Obsessive thoughts about home, family, and friends. Physical and Behavioral Symptoms ​Trouble sleeping or a disturbed sleep schedule. ​Changes in appetite. ​Lack of concentration, which can affect academic performance. ​Withdrawn behavior and social is...

The emotional pain of rejection

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Rejection, a common yet painful human experience, often triggers a cascade of negative emotions. While sadness and hurt are typical responses, a less-understood and more concerning reaction is aggression . This link between social rejection and aggression is a significant topic in social psychology, with research showing that feeling ostracized or excluded can lead to hostile thoughts, angry outbursts, and even violent behavior. The connection isn't a direct cause-and-effect relationship; rather, it’s a complex interplay of psychological and neurological factors. The emotional pain of rejection is not just metaphorical; it's a real, tangible experience. Brain imaging studies have shown that social exclusion activates the same areas of the brain as physical pain. This "social pain" can be deeply distressing, threatening our fundamental need to belong. When we're rejected, it signals a potential threat to our social standing and survival, as historically, being...