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Jun 2023
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Islamic Feelings
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The prevalence of pop psychology is increasing, with more and more people sharing psychological facts that may be trendy but lack factual accuracy. This trend can lead individuals to engage in unqualified and harmful overanalysis of their emotions and experiences. In this episode, we discuss pop psychology and self-awareness, while also talking about the imp ... Show More
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