PsychMinded Set

Relationships

Breaking Up Hurts, but Dwelling on the Past Can Hurt More

Katherine Marshall Woods Psy.D. on April 23, 2024

"Rumination" is a psychological sci-fi film illustrating how heartbreak can influence the presence of ruminative thoughts.

Forgiveness

How Can You Find Forgiveness?

Katherine Marshall Woods Psy.D. on April 19, 2024

When someone's feelings are hurt, they can feel an urge to “do something about it,” take action, and consider enacting revenge. How can they instead arrive at forgiveness?

Resilience

How Jacqueline Kennedy Employed Resilience in the Face of Trauma

Katherine Marshall Woods Psy.D. on March 30, 2024

Humans have proven to be resilient, even in the face of serious trauma. The film "Jackie" dramatizes one real example.

Identity

Who Am I Really?

Katherine Marshall Woods Psy.D. on March 21, 2024

Within the film "Moonlight," stages of early identity development are observed through life-shaping experiences.

Sublimation

Creating Closure from Pain

Katherine Marshall Woods Psy.D. on March 16, 2024

The film Nocturnal Animals (2016) depicts a way to heal from profound psychic injury and pain.

Media

3 Reasons You Should Care About What Media You Watch

Katherine Marshall Woods Psy.D. on March 13, 2024

Many individuals feel guilty for indulging in watching media. Give yourself a break, watching is not all bad.