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A vintage wooden desk featuring a large leather-bound book titled Schools of Psychology, accompanied by a hand-drawn timeline of psychological schools, an antique microscope, a phrenology bust, and black-and-white portraits of famous psychologists.

Schools of Psychology-history and systems of psychology

To deeply understand the foundations of modern mental science, one...

A university professor teaching a classroom of graduation and post-graduation students with a projector screen displaying the text Nature of Psychology.

The Nature of Psychology: A Comprehensive Guide for Students

When diving into the academic study of psychology at the...

A classroom desk covered with open textbooks, a globe, and a handwritten sign reading The Ultimate Academic Guide to the Scope of Psychology, with a chalkboard featuring scientific diagrams in the background.

The Ultimate Academic Guide to the Scope of Psychology: Foundations, Methodologies, and Contemporary Debates

At its core, psychology is the rigorous scientific study of...

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A Complete Guide to the American Psychological Association (APA)

When delving into the world of mental health, research, and...

A formal conference stage featuring a large blue banner reading "Indian Association of Clinical Psychologists" with dignitaries and professionals standing in formal attire.

The Indian Association of Clinical Psychologists (IACP): Everything You Need to Know

In the evolving landscape of mental health in India, the...

Vintage-style photograph of the red brick entrance of the Indian Psychoanalytical Society in Kolkata, featuring a weathered signboard with the text "Indian Psychoanalytical Society Estd. 1922" in English and Bengali.

The Indian Psychoanalytical Society: A Century of Unconscious Exploration

In the vast landscape of global psychology, India holds a...

Banner and stage setup for the National Academy of Psychology India 35th Annual Convention at IIM Shillong, April 2026.

National Academy of Psychology India: The Complete 2026 Guide

The National Academy of Psychology India (NAOP) is the most...

Definitions of psychology

Definitions of psychology

Defining psychology is a bit like trying to catch lightning...

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Understanding the Rehabilitation Council of India and a psychologist scope in India

Navigating the regulations regarding the Rehabilitation Council of India and...

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The Psychology of Spirituality: Inner Strength or Psychological Crutch?

In an era defined by rapid technological advancement and rising...

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Mental Wellness & Self-Care: Beyond the Trends

In the modern digital age, the concept of Mental Wellness...

A professional psychologist analyzing brainwave data on a digital screen while a patient uses a Virtual Reality headset for therapy, illustrating the bridge between psychological theory and technology.

The Future of Formal Psychology: Bridging the Gap Between Theory and Tech

The future of formal psychology is arriving faster than anticipated,...

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Dark Patterns in Web Design: Psychological Tricks That Make You Click

Have you ever found yourself subscribed to a newsletter you...

The Psychology of Branding: Why We Trust Certain Logos

In an era of decision fatigue, the human brain seeks...

A patient wearing a black VR headset sits in a therapist's office, gesturing with their hands. Beside them, a female clinical psychologist watches a computer monitor showing a simulated view from a tall skyscraper balcony.

Virtual Reality Therapy Treating Phobias with VR: A Clinical Guide

Virtual Reality Therapy treating phobias with VR is rapidly becoming...

A futuristic illustration of a human brain merging with mechanical gears and circuit boards, featuring the text "The Psychology of Failure: Why 'Failing Fast' is a Tech Superpower" in the center.

The Psychology of Failure: Why “Failing Fast” is a Tech Superpower

In the traditional view of human psychology, failure is often...

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Brain Training Apps: Do Games Like Lumosity Actually Work?

Brain training apps have revolutionized the self-improvement industry, promising that...

A thoughtful man looking at a laptop screen displaying a website, with the text overlay "THE PSYCHOLOGY OF USER EXPERIENCE (UX) WHY SOME WEBSITES 'FEEL' BETTER". A notebook with a brain sketch is visible on the desk.

The Psychology of Leadership: Leading with Empathy vs. Authority

In the corporate world, there is an age-old debate: Is...

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Consumer Behavior: The Psychology Behind Why We Buy Things We Don’t Need

We have all been there. You walk into a store...

A person sits at a cluttered wooden desk with their head in their hands, appearing overwhelmed in front of an open laptop and notebooks. A whiteboard with handwritten tasks sits beside them. Large white text overlay reads: "The Psychology of Productivity: Why 'Busy' is not 'Effective.'"

The Psychology of Productivity: Why “Busy” is not “Effective”

In modern society, “How are you?” is frequently answered with...

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Remote Team Dynamics: Building Trust Through a Screen

The shift to remote work has fundamentally altered the landscape...

A woman smiling peacefully while washing dishes near a sunny window, illustrating the psychology of Mundane Joy and finding happiness in repetitive tasks.

The “Mundane” Joy: Finding Happiness in Repetitive Tasks

In a world that constantly chases the extraordinary—the next big...

A realistic photograph of a home office setup featuring a laptop on a white desk, separated from a living room couch and bookshelf by a wooden slat room divider. A framed sign on the desk reads "WORK-FROM-HOME PSYCHOLOGY: MAINTAINING BOUNDARIES."

Work-from-Home Psychology: Maintaining Boundaries in a Home Office

Understanding work-from-home psychology is essential for anyone trying to navigate...

A woman sitting at a wooden desk looking contemplatively at a tablet screen. The image features a text overlay that reads: "AI and Empathy: Can a machine ever truly 'understand' us?"

AI and Empathy: Can a Machine Ever Truly “Understand” Us?

In the last decade, Artificial Intelligence has moved from winning...

A close-up photograph of hands holding a smartphone in a cafe setting. The phone screen displays a graphic diagram titled "GAMIFICATION: PSYCHOLOGICAL LOOPS," illustrating a winding path connecting icons of human brains, mechanical gears, chemical structures representing dopamine, and reward badges.

Gamification Psychology: How Apps Use Psychological Loops to Keep You Hooked

In the digital age, our attention is the world’s most...

A candid photo of a person looking at a tablet, with a glowing, conceptual neural network connecting their brain to the device. An open notebook on the desk reads "THE PSYCHOLOGY OF USER EXPERIENCE (UX): Why some websites 'feel' better."

The Psychology of User Experience (UX): Why Some Websites “Feel” Better

Have you ever visited a website and felt immediately at...

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Ancient Greece Philosophical Framework: The Cradle of Mind and Psychology

Long before psychology became a recognized science in the late...

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The Hidden Origins of Psychology: The Edwin Smith Papyrus and the Pre-Scientific Era

When we study the history of psychology, our minds immediately...

A person writing in a journal at a wooden desk with a model of the human brain, stacks of psychology books, and a handwritten note reading "Affirmations: Do they actually change brain chemistry?"

Do Affirmations Actually Change Brain Chemistry? The Neuroscience of Positive Self-Talk

In the world of psychology and self-improvement, daily affirmations are...

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The Power of Pets: How Animals Lower Cortisol Levels

In the fast-paced world of modern psychology, stress management often...

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Stigma in Mental Health: Breaking the Silence in India

In a country of over 1.4 billion people, silence can...

A woman with a determined expression climbs a steep, rocky mountain face using a rope in the rain. Overlaid text reads "RESILIENCE TRAINING: Can you actually 'toughen up' your mind?".

Resilience Training: Can You Actually “Toughen Up” Your Mind?

In the popular imagination, a “resilient” mind is often pictured...

A warm, therapeutic setting featuring a vintage teddy bear held by an adult, a child's crayon drawing in a frame, and a card on a wooden table with the text "The Inner Child: How to Reparent Yourself."

The “Inner Child”: How to Reparent Yourself

Have you ever found yourself reacting to a minor conflict...

A person holding a warm cup by a rainy window, sitting next to an open journal with the handwritten words "Coping with Grief" on the page.

Coping with Grief: Moving Through the Five Stages

Grief is the human price we pay for love and...

A man stands at the edge of a deep canyon at sunrise, dropping a large, heavy rock into the abyss below. Dust rises as the stone falls. His backpack rests on the ground behind him. This image is a visual metaphor for the psychological act of forgiveness—releasing heavy emotional burdens, grudges, and resentment to find personal freedom and peace.

The Psychology of Forgiveness: Why It’s for You, Not Them

When we think of forgiveness, we often visualize a handshake,...

A peaceful wooden table setting featuring a stack of books, a journal, and a coffee mug. A small handwritten card on the table reads "DIGITAL DETOX: 24 HOURS WITHOUT A SCREEN." A smartphone is deliberately placed far away on a windowsill in the background, out of reach.

Reclaiming Your Mind: The Psychology and Practice of a 24-Hour Digital Detox

In an era of hyper-connectivity, our attention has become the...

A female psychologist sitting at her desk rubbing her temples, illustrating emotional exhaustion and the signs of compassion fatigue after caring for clients.

Compassion Fatigue: When Caring for Others Exhausts You

In the field of psychology and caregiving, empathy is our...

A photograph of a woman with her eyes closed, leaning against a moss-covered tree in a lush forest. Next to her, hanging from the tree, is a rustic wooden sign with white hand-painted text that reads: "THE HEALING POWER OF NATURE: What 'Forest Bathing' does to the brain." Sunlight filters through the forest canopy.

The Healing Power of Nature: What “Forest Bathing” Does to the Brain

In an era defined by rapid urbanization and digital saturation,...

A professional woman in business attire sitting at a large office desk looking anxious and contemplative, with the text "Imposter Syndrome: Why Successful People Feel Like Frauds" visible on the glass partition in the foreground.

Imposter Syndrome: Why Successful People Feel Like Frauds

You’ve just received a promotion, won an award, or successfully...

A woman sits calmly on a park bench with a journal and tea, with the title text "Managing Panic Attacks: The '5-4-3-2-1' grounding technique" overlaid.

Managing Panic Attacks: The “5-4-3-2-1” Grounding Technique

Panic attacks can feel like a tidal wave—sudden, overwhelming, and...

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The Psychology of Sleep: What Your Dreams Might Actually Mean

Sleep is often viewed as a passive state—a time when...

A split-screen photograph. The left side, labeled "MINDFULNESS," shows a close-up of a hand gently touching a green leaf outdoors. The right side, labeled "MEDITATION," shows a woman sitting cross-legged on a cushion with eyes closed indoors. A central banner across the image reads "MINDFULNESS VS. MEDITATION: FINDING WHAT WORKS FOR YOU."

Mindfulness vs. Meditation: Finding What Works for You

In the world of modern psychology and wellness, “mindfulness” and...

A tired man sits on a couch with his hand over his eyes, next to a stack of self-help books and a notebook that reads "Burnout Recovery: Why a Weekend Off Isn't Enough."

Burnout Recovery: Why a Weekend Off Isn’t Enough

It is a familiar cycle for the modern professional: You...

A realistic top-down flat-lay photograph on a rustic wooden table. The left side features a wooden bowl filled with gut-healthy foods including spinach, berries, walnuts, and kefir. The right side features processed foods including a burger, donuts, and a bottle of soda. A notepad with a hand-drawn brain sketch sits in the corner. Large, hand-painted style text across the center reads: "The Impact of Diet on Mental Health: The Gut-Brain Axis."

The Second Brain: Exploring the Impact of Diet on Mental Health

For decades, the field of psychology focused almost exclusively on...

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Journaling for Mental Clarity: 5 Prompts to Start Today

In the fast-paced digital age, our minds often resemble a...

A woman sits in a dimly lit room looking out a window at a snowy winter landscape while a bright light therapy box sits on a table in front of her. The text "The Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Guide" is superimposed at the top.

The Comprehensive Guide to Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)

As the days grow shorter and the vibrant colors of...

A woman in a brown blazer holds a coffee cup and looks out a rain-streaked office window. Her reflection in the glass shows a worried, distressed expression. The text "HIGH-FUNCTIONING ANXIETY" is superimposed across the center of the image in white capital letters.

High-Functioning Anxiety: Looking “Together” While Falling Apart

Imagine a person who is always punctual, impeccably dressed, and...

A close-up photograph of a person's hand holding a white sign with black text that reads "ANCHORING BIAS" above a crossed-out price of "Was $299.99" and a large red price of "Now $149.99". The background is a blurred view of clothing racks and shoppers in a retail store.

Anchoring Bias: Why the First Price You See Dictates Your Budget

Have you ever walked into a high-end designer store and...

An illustration of the Invisible Gorilla experiment showing a group of people passing basketballs in a gym while a person in a gorilla suit walks unnoticed in the center, demonstrating inattentional blindness.

The Invisible Gorilla: How Selective Attention Tricks Your Brain

“Looking without seeing is a fundamental flaw in the architecture...

An overwhelmed man stands in a supermarket aisle packed with hundreds of pasta sauce jars, holding an empty basket under a banner that reads "PARADOX OF CHOICE".

The Paradox of Choice: Why Having Too Many Options Sabotages Your Happiness

Walk into a modern supermarket to buy a jar of...

A person's hands typing on a keyboard at a wooden desk with a notebook, pen, coffee mug, a stack of psychology books, and a red tomato-shaped timer. The words "THE POMODORO TECHNIQUE" are superimposed on the desk surface.

The Pomodoro Technique: A Psychological Trick for Deep Work

In the modern digital landscape, attention is a currency, and...

A realistic photo of a man and woman having a conversation in a cafe, with the text MICRO-EXPRESSIONS superimposed over the image to illustrate nonverbal communication.

Micro-expressions: Detecting Lies in 1/25th of a Second

Imagine sitting across from someone. They are smiling, nodding, and...

The Psychology of Color: Why Fast-Food Logos Are Always Red and Yellow

Drive down any highway or walk through any food court,...

A split-panel photograph illustrating the contrast between scientific research and pseudoscience in the context of handwriting analysis. The left panel, labeled "SCIENCE," shows a researcher in a lab coat using a microscope and analyzing data charts. The right panel, labeled "PSEUDOSCIENCE," shows a person holding a pendulum over a handwritten document, surrounded by tarot cards and astrological charts. A large central text banner asks: "HANDWRITING ANALYSIS: SCIENCE OR PSEUDOSCIENCE?".

Handwriting Analysis (Graphology): Science or Pseudoscience?

Category: Cognitive Psychology / Personality Assessment Reading Time: 8 Minutes...

A person pauses in a doorway between a living room and a kitchen, holding a hand to their head with a confused expression, illustrating the psychological phenomenon of forgetting why they entered the room.

The Doorway Effect: Why You Forget What You Needed When You Enter a Room

It is a scenario as old as doorways themselves. You...

The Science of Pareidolia: Why We See Faces in Clouds and Electrical Outlets

Have you ever smiled back at a happy-looking car bumper?...

A person wearing headphones in a relaxed posture, listening to 60 BPM music therapy tracks on a tablet, while a smartwatch on their wrist displays a lowered resting heart rate.

The Synchronization Effect: How 60 BPM Music Therapy Lowers Heart Rates

In the realm of physiological psychology, few interventions are as...

A person lying in bed at night with a smartphone illuminating their face with blue light, next to a digital clock reading 1:37 AM. Text overlay reads: "BLUE LIGHT & MELATONIN: The science of why your phone kills sleep."

Blue Light & Melatonin: The Science of Why Your Phone Kills Sleep

It is a familiar ritual for millions: you get into...

A realistic photo of a woman in a kitchen smiling warmly with her eyes closed as she smells a jar of spices. To her left, a faded, sepia-toned "memory" overlay appears, showing a young child baking with an elderly woman. The text "The Power of Scent: How certain smells trigger instant memories." is centered at the bottom in a clean, dark font.

The Power of Scent: Why Certain Smells Trigger Instant Memories

Have you ever caught a fleeting whiff of a specific...

A tired man sitting at a desk late at night under a lamp, appearing overwhelmed by paperwork and digital devices, representing the psychological concept of decision fatigue.

The Twilight Toll: Why Your Brain Shuts Down After 6 PM

Have you ever found yourself staring blankly at a grocery...

A high-quality lifestyle photograph of a woman sitting on a sofa with a laptop, smiling and stretching her arms during a break. Text overlay reads "The 20-20-20 Rule: Protecting your mental health during screen time."

The 20-20-20 Rule: Protecting Your Mental Health During Screen Time

In the digital age, our lives are mediated by screens....

A person's hands are at a wooden desk with an open notebook showing "TO-DO: unfinished". A large sign on a corkboard behind them says "THE ZEIGARNIK EFFECT". A tablet with a paused video, an iced coffee, and a model airplane are also on the desk.

The Zeigarnik Effect: Why Your Brain Won’t Let You Forget Unfinished Tasks

Have you ever had a song stuck in your head,...

A cinematic concept illustration for The Dark Triad personality traits, featuring symbols of a mirror for Narcissism, chess pieces for Machiavellianism, and a mask for Psychopathy, with the text "THE DARK TRIAD" overlaid in a professional font.

The Dark Triad: Understanding Narcissism, Machiavellianism, and Psychopathy

In the vast landscape of personality psychology, few concepts are...

A realistic photo of a person writing in a journal on a wooden table, with the text overlay "Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): A beginner’s guide to reframing".

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): A Beginner’s Guide to Reframing

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is widely recognized as one of...

A diverse group of professionals smiling and collaborating at a conference table in a modern office, illustrating emotional intelligence in careers. Overlay text reads: "EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE (EQ) IN CAREERS".

Emotional Intelligence (EQ): Why It Matters More Than IQ in Careers

In the traditional view of professional success, Intelligence Quotient (IQ)...

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The Flow State Psychology: The Psychology of Optimal Performance

Have you ever been so immersed in a task that...

A photograph of a leather-bound book on a wooden desk with the title "DEFENSE MECHANISMS: FROM PROJECTION TO SUBLIMATION" embossed on its cover. To the left, a small sculpture casts a large, monstrous shadow on the wall, and to the right, a lump of clay and sculpting tools sit next to a finished oil painting. The background is a library filled with bookshelves.

Defense Mechanisms: From Projection to Sublimation

In the complex landscape of human psychology, the mind is...

A realistic photograph of a smiling doctor and an elderly patient in an exam room. The patient is holding a single white pill with a look of hope. A framed sign on the wall reads "THE PLACEBO EFFECT: THE POWER OF BELIEF IN CLINICAL SETTINGS".

The Placebo Effect: The Power of Belief in Clinical Settings

In the world of medical science and psychology, few phenomena...

A realistic high-angle shot of a psychology researcher's wooden desk featuring a DNA double helix model, a microscope, a framed photo of identical twins, and an open notebook with handwritten text reading "Nature vs. Nurture: The Latest Consensus in Behavioral Genetics."

Nature vs Nurture in Behavioral Genetics: The Latest Consensus

The debate regarding Nature vs Nurture in Behavioral Genetics is...

A vintage psychology textbook titled "The Ego, Id, and Superego" resting on a wooden desk, with a blurred diagram of Freud's iceberg model projected in the background.

The Ego, Id, and Superego: A Modern Take on Freudian Basics

Id, Ego, and Superego: A Modern Take on Freudian Basics...

A resilient tree growing on a rocky cliff overlooking a rough ocean as sunlight breaks through dark storm clouds. The text "POST-TRAUMATIC GROWTH: FINDING STRENGTH AFTER THE STORM" is displayed in white, sans-serif font across the top.

Post-Traumatic Growth: Finding Strength After the Storm

In the landscape of clinical psychology, trauma is often viewed...

Cinematic recreation of the Stanford Prison Experiment showing a guard in sunglasses watching a prisoner, with the study title painted on the wall.

The Stanford Prison Experiment: Lessons Learned 50+ Years Later

In the annals of social psychology, few studies have captured...

Hand-drawn infographic titled 'ATTACHMENT THEORY: HOW YOUR CHILDHOOD SHAPES YOUR CURRENT RELATIONSHIP.' A central brain connects via wavy lines to four circles labeled 'SECURE,' 'ANXIOUS,' 'AVOIDANT,' and 'FEARFUL,' each containing icons of a caregiver-child interaction and an adult couple with arrows showing relationship dynamics.

Attachment Theory: How Your Childhood Shapes Your Adult Relationships

Why do some people navigate intimacy with ease, while others...

A white dry-erase board in a research setting, featuring the handwritten title "THE ROLE OF DOPAMINE: MOVING BEYOND THE 'PLEASURE CHEMICAL' MYTH". Below the title is a diagram of a brain with arrows pointing to "MOTIVATION," "LEARNING," "ACTION," and "ANTICIPATION," contrasting with a crossed-out smiley face labeled "PLEASURE ONLY". Other handwritten notes and definitions are visible around the main diagram.

The Role of Dopamine: Moving Beyond the “Pleasure Chemical” Myth.

In popular culture, dopamine has been branded the “feel-good” molecule—the...

An image comparing two museum-style shadow boxes on a wooden desk, under a banner that reads "CLASSICAL VS. OPERANT CONDITIONING". The left box, labeled "CLASSICAL CONDITIONING," shows a portrait of Ivan Pavlov, a diagram of a dog with a salivating gland, a bell, and a bowl of food. The right box, labeled "OPERANT CONDITIONING," features a portrait of B.F. Skinner and a rat in a clear "Skinner box" pressing a lever for food pellets.

Classical vs. Operant Conditioning: How Our Habits Are Formed

Why do you automatically check your phone when it buzzes?...

A realistic home office desk featuring a corkboard with a diagram of the traditional pyramid, where a new hand-written layer labeled 'Wi-Fi' has been pinned to the bottom foundation, illustrating the Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs Wi-Fi concept.

Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs Wi-Fi: Does Connectivity Belong at the Bottom?

Introduction: The Joke That Became Reality In the shifting landscape...

The Big Five Personality Traits: Beyond the MBTI

In the world of pop psychology and corporate icebreakers, the...

A distressed patient holding their head and stomach while consulting a doctor, illustrating Somatoform Disorders where psychological pain manifests as physical symptoms.

Somatoform Disorders: When Psychological Pain Manifests Physically

The connection between the mind and the body is profound...

A person in a sweater at a wooden desk, looking thoughtfully at a laptop. On the desk are an open booklet titled "THE HEALTH BELIEF MODEL," a smartphone with a notification, and a weekly pill organizer.

The Health Belief Model: Why People Choose (or Refuse) Medical Care

Why does one person religiously attend their annual check-up while...

An open, old-fashioned book on a wooden table displays an illustration of a glowing human brain. Overlaid on the illustration and page is the text: "Neuroplasticity: How the brain literally rewires itself after trauma". To the right are a pen, reading glasses, and a mug of coffee.

Neuroplasticity: How the Brain Literally Rewires Itself After Trauma

For decades, the scientific community believed that the adult brain...

A high-angle, photorealistic shot of a wooden desk featuring a ceramic coffee mug and an open journal. A person's hands rest gently on the pages, where the phrase "SETTING BOUNDARIES: HOW TO SAY 'NO' WITHOUT THE GUILT" is written in clear, handwritten text.

Setting Boundaries: How to Say “No” Without the Guilt

Introduction: The Cost of the Automatic “Yes” In a world...

A woman curled on a sofa under a blanket at night, watching the 'Unsolved Mysteries' documentary series on a television screen. In the foreground, a stack of books labeled "TRUE CRIME" rests on a wooden coffee table next to a mug and an open journal. The text overlay reads "WHY WE LOVE TRUE CRIME."

Why We Love True Crime: The Darker Side of Human Curiosity

Whether it is binge-watching Dahmer on Netflix or listening to...