Intimate Relationships 2 -- How to Pursue "Pure Love"
1. Defining the ProblemTo explore (especially as someone with no such experience) how to concretely find, identify, and confirm an ideal intimate relationship, and how to shape oneself in the process. 2. Starting Point Analysis: The Evolution of Strategy from “Overly Ideal” to “Pragmatic Trade-offs”I must admit, I once had “naive” and “overly idealized” expectations of love. Phase 1: Why Was I Like This? A. Common Psychological Traits of “Mudan” (Those with No Love Experience) An Awkward...
Intimate Relationships 1 -- A Starter Map for a "Pure Love" Warrior
I. Introduction: Why Set Out—My Personal Pursuit of “Pure Love”First, why do I want to be a “Pure Love Warrior”? In my world, genuine and lasting connections between people are incredibly meaningful. The aspects of family and friendship are largely complete, leaving only love. For me, being a “Pure Love Warrior” is not just a meme; it is a “life project” that I take seriously. It is a vital part of my self-actualization, one that deserves to be planned with a rigorous attitude. Why is it...
Self-Regulation 1 — What Are We Really Talking About?
PLACEHOLDER NOT UPDATED!!! IntroductionSelf-control, self-discipline, willpower… these words have practically taken up residence in everyone’s New Year’s resolutions and daily anxieties. But are they all the same thing? This is, in fact, a series of complex concepts. If we want to discuss this topic clearly and productively, the prerequisite is to first clarify these ideas and terms, to understand what we are actually discussing. This article, drawing on a 2021 psychology review paper...
Self-Worth 1: The Love-Struck Brain and the Research Grinder
Introduction: Defining the Problem—The Root of the PainIt all starts with my recent state of being. For a long time, I have been tormented by “procrastination” and “anxiety” in turns. Specific manifestations include, but are not limited to: a missed period, more than two consecutive months of sleeping and waking late, severe delays in my main academic research tasks, and “semi-permanent” dark circles and acne. This state has caused me extreme pain. Reflecting on the root of this pain, I...
On Sleep -- Anxiety Series_1
On SleepThis is likely the first post in a series where I want to talk about maintaining physical and mental health, especially in this age rampant with anxiety. And sleep is the cornerstone of it all. The more I research, the more my heart aches, discovering just how many people are troubled by insomnia, how much unhappiness there is. I suspect that behind most of it lies the shadow of anxiety. To be honest, although I am often troubled by insomnia myself, I’m not that worried about it...
About This Site
About This SiteWelcome to my website! The functionality of this site is very, very simple. It’s currently not linked to a personal server, just a static website. In the future, I will make it “come alive”! What is this blog’s content?This blog post is, overall, an introduction! If you want to quickly get to know me and my website, reading this article is enough! Hello! 🥳 Who am I?I’m Jia Tang, a first-year Master’s student studying abroad in the field of HCI × well-being~ What kind of...
IT × Well-being: How Can Information Technology Promote Well-being, Not Exacerbate Involution(over competition)?
IT × Well-being: How Can Information Technology Promote Well-being, Not Exacerbate Involution(over competition)?Understanding and Reflections on Existing ResearchRecently, I’ve been immersed in literature exploring how information technology (IT) can promote human well-being, particularly in the sub-field of “health behavior intervention.” The goal of this field is clear: to use technologies like mobile apps and wearable devices to help people cultivate healthy habits (e.g., regular...
Ye Junyao — Can Idealism and Bread Coexist?
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