From Myth to Screen: Exploring Desire, Identity, and Connection in the Digital Age

The myth of Helen of Troy highlights the timeless struggles of desire and isolation. As we navigate the digital landscape, reflecting on these ancient themes through a psychoanalytic lens can help us foster genuine connections amidst curated identities and superficial interactions.

Smartphones: Connecting Us or Driving Us Apart?

In a world where smartphones keep us connected to distant friends, they can also create emotional distance from those right beside us.

Facebook vs Instagram: A Psychological Exploration Through Object Relations Theory and Attachment Styles

In the realm of social media, few platforms have shaped how we connect and communicate more profoundly than Facebook and Instagram. Both now owned by Meta (formerly Facebook, Inc.), these platforms offer distinct experiences, attracting different types of users. To understand why someone might favour one platform over […]

The Illusion of Connection: Navigating Love and Authenticity in the Digital Age

Recently, I came across an image that has been circulating online. It’s a comic-style drawing of a woman lying face-down on her bed, with the thought: “I just want someone to love and accept me for who I pretend to be on the internet.” It’s intended as humour, […]