Balance & Bliss

Produced by @jorgebscomm for @empowervmedia * FACT-CHECKED ✅ F ar-right movements are surging worldwide, and women are in their crosshairs. This article unravels the misogyny fuelling these groups, blending psychology, sociology, and history to reveal why women’s rights are under attack. From Donald Trump’s policies to the haunting parallels of The Handmaid’s Tale , we’ll explore how a fabricated “golden past” drives efforts to reverse progress. Understanding this battle isn’t just about spotting the threat, but also about forging a future where dignity thrives for all. Women are in their crosshairs of far-right movements worldwide. (📷:oldaintdead) The Myth of a Perfect Past Far-right groups pine for a simpler time — a pristine era where men ruled and women obeyed. This vision isn’t history; it’s a fable. Philosopher Roger Scruton described such nostalgia as a longing for a lost ideal that never was . Yet this myth powers a crusade to “restore” rigid gender roles, casting women as r...

Produced by @jorgebscomm for @empowervmedia * I magine a woman who loves another woman, shares her life with an immigrant partner, and raises two adopted children. Now picture her standing at the helm of a political party that rails against same-sex rights, immigration, and the very family she’s built. This isn’t a riddle — it’s the real-life story of Alice Weidel , co-leader of Germany’s far-right Alternative für Deutschland (AfD) party. Her story pulls us into a strange and troubling idea called homonationalism, where people from marginalised groups, like the LGBTQI+ community, embrace far-right beliefs that seem to clash with their own identities. In this article, we’ll unpack the AfD’s growing power in Germany and dig into homonationalism, weaving together insights from psychology, sociology, and history. Along the way, we’ll ask: How does this happen? What does it mean for society? And how can we learn from the past to shape a kinder future? Homonationalism refers to people from...

Produced by @jorgebscomm for @empowervmedia * I magine a conversation about race that ends before it begins - cut short by defensiveness, silence, or tears. This is the essence of white fragility, a term coined by scholar Robin DiAngelo to describe how some white people react when faced with racial stress. She argues that this fragility doesn’t just stall discussions - it actively protects racism by dodging the discomfort needed for real change. In this article, we’ll unpack this bold idea, asking whether avoiding stress truly shields racism or if there’s more beneath the surface. Readers are invited to think deeply, feel connected, and imagine a world where racial dialogue sparks growth instead of retreat. The term 'white fragility' describes how some white people react when faced with racial stress. (📷:whyaminotsurprised) What Is White Fragility? Let’s start simple: What does white fragility mean? It’s not about calling anyone weak or bad - it’s about noticing a pattern. ...

FACT-CHECKED ✅ I n today's fast-paced, hyper-connected world, the very trait that fuels deep insight - intelligence - can also render social interactions a source of disillusionment. This article systematically reviews interdisciplinary research and philosophical insights to explore how highly intelligent individuals often find solace in solitude and pursue authentic engagement over superficial social interactions. Drawing on the ideas of Arthur Schopenhauer and empirical findings in psychology and media studies, we examine the paradox where seeking truth sometimes necessitates withdrawing from the noisy demands of societal conformity. Intelligence fuels deep insight, but it can also render social interactions a source of disillusionment. (📷:empowervmedia) Arthur Schopenhauer , a philosopher known for his pessimistic yet profound insights, famously observed that “ to be alone is the fate of all great minds ” because they see through the facade of everyday social interactions. Acc...

FACT-CHECKED ✅ U nderstanding how we relate to others is central to both individual well-being and the health of our communities. Attachment theory posits that the emotional bonds formed in early life set the stage for later relationships. Over the past few decades, researchers have expanded this framework to explore how adult relationships are influenced by these early attachment patterns. This article critically reviews key research on attachment styles and examines their implications for adult relationships. It also considers how interventions might foster healthier relational patterns, ultimately contributing to better mental health and social cohesion. Attachment theory posits that the emotional bonds formed in early life set the stage for later relationships. (📷empowervmedia) Attachment theory originated with the work of John Bowlby in the mid-20th century. Bowlby observed that children develop emotional bonds with caregivers, which serve as a prototype for future relationship...