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What are the 4 basic human needs? How do humans fulfill each of these needs? There is a difference between going through each day and feeling fulfilled. Humans get a sense of fulfillment only through satisfying 4 basic human needs: “to live, to love, to learn, to leave a legacy.” Keep reading for more about the 4 basic human needs.
What’s the difference between individuals vs groups? How does mentality and behavior change when people are in groups? There’s a clear difference between individuals vs groups as far as the way people think and view themselves. These differences can affect the way people behave and can cause problems with group work. Read more about the individuals vs groups and what they mean.
What are manic phase symptoms in bipolar disorder? How did these manic state symptoms appear in An Unquiet Mind? In her memoir An Unquiet Mind, Dr. Jamison recounts her experience living with manic depression. Her manic phase symptoms began in her senior year of high school and didn’t end until late adulthood when she was prescribed lithium therapy. Read more to learn how manic phase symptoms manifest in everyday life.
Are humans naturally afraid of death? Can they counter this fear by learning how to feel alive? Discovering how to feel alive isn’t always about taking risks or getting your adrenaline going. There are numerous ways to feel more alive, and get in touch with your natural fear of death. Read more about how to feel alive and how it can counter your fears.
What is a dueling consciousness? How did dueling consciousness affect Ibram X. Kendi in How to Be an Antiracist? Dueling consciousness is the feeling that you see yourself in two ways. You have your own view of yourself and you have the way that others see you. Keep reading to understand what dueling consciousness is and how it affected Kendi.
What is the difference between internal and external motivation? What are some examples of each? By definition, internal motivation comes from within the person (e.g. feelings, values, and goals). In contrast, external motivation comes from outside forces (e.g. duties and deadlines). Keep reading for more about internal and external motivation.
Are there different types of attitudes? How do these different types of attitudes affect how you see the world? There are different types of attitudes in addition to just positive or negative. Everyone has an attitude, and it can affect your behavior. Read more about the different types of attitudes and how they work.
What is it like to live with bipolar depression disorder? What experiences did Kay Redfield Jamison share in An Unquiet Mind? Bipolar depression disorder is a two-sided illness. One side of the coin involves episodes of joy and clarity, while the other is despair and confusion. Read about Kay Redfield Jamison’s experience living with bipolar depression disorder, as she recounts it in her memoir An Unquiet Mind.
What is intersectional racism? How do different identities collide to create further discrimination against marginalized groups? Intersectional racism is a term that covers a variety of different types of racism, each combining race with another identity. How to Be an Antiracist by Ibram X. Kendi identifies class, gender, and sexual orientation as intersecting with race. Keep reading to understand intersectional racism and some examples of it from How to Be an Antiracist by Ibram X. Kendi.
What is natural aggression? Do all humans have natural aggression and how can you tell? All people have some form of natural aggression, but we don’t like to admit to having this emotion. But once we recognize our natural aggression, we can learn how to counter it. Read more about natural aggression and where it comes from.