psychology
Topics in psychology presented by Futurism.
Memory Evolution
Memory, the repository of our experiences, shapes our identity and guides us through life's labyrinth. However, in the age of constant connectivity, digital stimulation, and information overload, the nature of our memories is undergoing a subtle but profound transformation. This article delves into the intriguing question: Are your new memories replacing the old?
By Dim Esther2 years ago in Futurism
Why Did Psychedelic Mushrooms Emerge 67 Million Years Ago?
According to recent study, magic mushrooms have been there since before dinosaurs went extinct. However, it is still unclear why exactly fungi evolved the capacity to manufacture hallucinogenic substances. The study's authors traced the evolution of the genes that produce the hallucinogenic drug psilocybin and discovered that the enzymes needed to produce the molecule were first evolved by the mushroom species Psilocybe approximately 70 million years ago.
By Francis Dami2 years ago in Futurism
Ecofeminism – The augmented reality of ecology
The overwhelming evidence of the IPBES Global Assessment, from an extensive range of various fields of information, affords an ominous image,” stated IPBES Chair, Sir Robert Watson. “The health of ecosystems on which we and all different species depend is deteriorating extra rapidly than ever. We are eroding the very foundations of our economies, livelihoods, meals safety, fitness, and the best of lifestyles internationally. The trade-off between the existence of humans and nature can reside amicably if we chose to create a balance between the two. Statistics show that natural habitats that bind the very foundation of our ominous ecosystem are getting disrupted because of human whereabouts. The balance can be achieved through ecofeminism. Let’s dive into the crux of ecofeminism.
By Hridya Sharma2 years ago in Futurism
Life Changing Affirmations
Ever since I began using affirmations on a daily basis, I saw many things in my life begin to shift and change. Not only have I been able to manifest much of what I've longed for in life by using affirmations, I've also been able to get rid of things that were in my life that no longer served a good purpose for me. I strongly believe that everyone should use affirmations- whether it be to manifest something, build confidence or ease anxieties. Below are some of the most powerful, life changing affirmations I've found and used. I hope they do as much good for you as they have for me!
By Paranneting/Anne Reboa2 years ago in Futurism
Celebrating the Polymath Mindset in a Connected World
As I reflect on this incredible gift, I find myself immersed in gratitude for being a person who embraces the polymath mindset—a mindset that not only values diverse knowledge but actively seeks it out, connecting seemingly unrelated disciplines to gain a richer understanding of the world.
By Nafi Putrawan2 years ago in Futurism
No Oasis. Top Story - November 2023.
I’d fallen off the wagon, again, and felt ashamed of all that I had done to hurt my family. I was just fifteen years old when I had my first rum and Coke at a Las Vegas casino. It didn’t help that my parents had a well-stocked liquor cabinet at home. That began my lifelong misery of fighting and losing, getting my AA tokens, hitting the liquor store after a meeting with money I “borrowed.” Something about the intoxication seemed to be the anchor to my soul; nothing else could match it. Addiction is a disease, and I was fully infected.
By Barb Dukeman2 years ago in Futurism
