From Frankenstein to Gollum: The Cognitive Fetish and AI’s Emotional Void
Emotional void. We humans are born curious creatures who crave agency. If anything defines being human, it is the desire to make
Affect Theory
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Understanding regret – a universally human experience, a sentiment that resonates with each of us. Whether it’s a career decision we wish
Get Back to Your Feeling Console with Your Full Self
Here’s how you can begin your journey back to the feeling console, embracing your entire emotional self with the help of Affect
Managing Negative Emotions: Using Affect Theory to Overcome Shame and Anger
Understanding our emotions and how they work can often feel like a puzzle. Affect Theory, a concept developed by psychologist Silvan Tomkins,
Breaking Free from Shame: Dr. Scott Conkright’s Insights on Emotional Well-being
As a licensed psychologist with over three decades of experience, I’ve observed a recurring pattern in many of my patients that I’ve
Understanding Chronic Shame Syndrome: Overcoming Persistent Self Doubt
Welcome to the Meaningful Happiness podcast, where we explore emotions and the feelings that shape our lives. I’m Dr. Scott Conkright, the host
