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A Paradigm Shift: Why Today We Prioritize Security Over Safety

In the course of human history, safety has always been a guiding star. People established a structured society, enacted laws, and formed alliances to protect themselves from the physical dangers that have been and are still present in the world. However, nowadays, we see security taking center stage, outshining the conventional focus on safety. Imagine a bustling metropolis in the heart of modernity, where the … Continue reading A Paradigm Shift: Why Today We Prioritize Security Over Safety

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The Power of Connection – Thriving Together in the Face of Challenges

In our lives, there’s a thread that binds us all, a common truth that transcends cultural, geographical, and temporal boundaries: connection. As social beings, our journey through life is enriched when we share our burdens, joys, and tribulations with others. Picture this: you’re navigating the unpredictable currents of life, faced with challenges that seem impossible. In moments of solitude, the weight of these challenges can … Continue reading The Power of Connection – Thriving Together in the Face of Challenges

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The Dramatic Triangle and The Role We Play in It

Why are some relationships harmonious and happy and others seem like a struggle? Why does a personal or professional relationship that seemed good suddenly become difficult? The explanation can be found in the dramatic triangle and in the role played by each of us, according to the theory of Stephen Karpman, a transactional psychologist. Let’s look at an example. Suppose that you spend the day … Continue reading The Dramatic Triangle and The Role We Play in It

Living with Uncertainty

Hi everyone! Until recently, I have struggled with the idea of an ‘uncertain future’. I grew up in a family of government workers. In Turkey, if you work for the government, you are guaranteed for life. You have job security, full health care coverage etc. So, I valued guaranteeing things. But I also have this side of me which sort of does not want to … Continue reading Living with Uncertainty

Challenge: Lack of Safety?

Hi everyone! Let’s talk about challenging ourselves today. We constantly hear that we need to challenge ourselves for personal growth. Our workout should be such that it is not too easy, nor just the level throughout. Rather, it must challenge us a bit. This will lead to bigger strength. If we are afraid of something, say of traveling alone, we should start with places we … Continue reading Challenge: Lack of Safety?