When governments suddenly change course, we often call these shifts "U-turns." But in authoritarian regimes, these U-turns are more than just policy reversals.

Empowering Your Child to Think Critically in an Age of Misinformation

Contradictory statements from leaders that confuse the public Dismissal of credible evidence that challenges the official story Labelling critics as enemies or traitors to discredit opposition Manipulation of media outlets to control the flow of information Rewriting history textbooks or public records to favour the establishment’s narrative

the loud advocacy of the mainstream feminist and #MeToo movements has been conspicuously quiet.

Why are so many women silent about what is happening to other women and girls today?

They passed laws no one understood, traded promises no one heard, and feasted on the nation’s marrow as if it were their birth right.

The Ballad of the Thorn-Crowned Maidens - a folkloric tale for Halloween.

It is crucial for society to stand in solidarity with victims and ensure their voices are heard.

the legitimacy of authority. When we perceive someone as an expert, we’re much more likely to comply, whether that means pressing a shock switch in an experiment or clucking like a chicken under stage lights.

When no one challenges harmful behaviour, a person may start believing their actions are acceptable.

is this mass hypnosis? And if so, are young minds being quietly indoctrinated?

Let’s look at three types of fear that rarely get a voice: Christophobia, Contraltophobia, and the powerful, often unspoken fear of rape and

Government messaging—like all persuasive communication—relies on assumptions that may not always be true.

Speak up despite the labels - the more people who refuse to be silenced the weaker the psychological hold becomes.

The power and perils of coercive language and understanding double binds

Values

Politics, Pathological Lying, and Narcissistic Personality Disorder: A Perfect Storm? Let’s face it—politicians have a reputation for...

Projection in politics is a powerful tool, but its consequences for society can be harmful.

The Illusory Truth Effect and how it is used to manipulate you.

Social and Political Uses of “Phobia”: Islamophobia, Homophobia, and More