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Story Time
The psychology class opened with a discussion about **bias**, and how it can distort judgment even when people believe they are being fair. The professor explained that every choice is shaped by **cognition**, the way we process information, and that **cognitive** shortcuts sometimes lead us astray. Students admitted they often felt **dissonance** when their actions clashed with their values—like procrastinating even while knowing better.
In group activities, they practiced **empathy**, listening to classmates’ stories without judgment. This simple act felt surprisingly powerful, showing how understanding others’ feelings could build trust. The lecture then shifted to **psychodynamic** theory, tracing how childhood experiences might echo into adult behavior.
The professor highlighted the role of the **subconscious**, comparing it to an iceberg with most of its mass hidden beneath the surface. Dreams, slips of the tongue, and sudden moods were all seen as clues to that hidden world. Students were intrigued by how much of daily life might be shaped by forces they barely noticed.
To close the class, they explored writing as a **therapeutic** exercise. Journaling gave them a chance to untangle thoughts, confront dissonance, and practice empathy toward themselves. It became clear that psychology wasn’t only about theory—it was also a guide for living more thoughtfully and kindly.
In group activities, they practiced **empathy**, listening to classmates’ stories without judgment. This simple act felt surprisingly powerful, showing how understanding others’ feelings could build trust. The lecture then shifted to **psychodynamic** theory, tracing how childhood experiences might echo into adult behavior.
The professor highlighted the role of the **subconscious**, comparing it to an iceberg with most of its mass hidden beneath the surface. Dreams, slips of the tongue, and sudden moods were all seen as clues to that hidden world. Students were intrigued by how much of daily life might be shaped by forces they barely noticed.
To close the class, they explored writing as a **therapeutic** exercise. Journaling gave them a chance to untangle thoughts, confront dissonance, and practice empathy toward themselves. It became clear that psychology wasn’t only about theory—it was also a guide for living more thoughtfully and kindly.