psychology

i'm passionate about exploring the human mind and behavior. here are some of my recent readings and writings on psychology topics.

understanding cognitive biases in daily life

december 2025

an exploration of how confirmation bias and availability heuristic affect our decision-making processes. i examine real-world examples and discuss strategies to overcome these mental shortcuts.

the psychology of music and emotion

november 2025

a deep dive into how music affects our emotional states, exploring research on music therapy and the neurological responses to different musical elements.

book review: "thinking, fast and slow" by daniel kahneman

october 2025

my thoughts on kahneman's groundbreaking work on behavioral economics and the two systems of thinking. key takeaways and how they apply to student life.