Hello there!
Welcome to Psych et al
What Is Psych et al ?
Psych et al. stems from the combination of two words "psych" and "et al". Psych is the shorthand for Psychology while "et al" is a term used when citing research literature and is Latin for 'and others'. The aim of Psych et al., is to bring forth the psychological concepts that are hidden in plain sight and of course, do our part in trying to challenge the still-existing stigma around Psychology.
What's Our Story?
We are two psych graduates jaded by questions like "Can you read my mind?" and "Are you diagnosing me right now?". And no matter how many times a little part inside us dies or how many times we want to scream, we shake our heads and say "No that is not psychology nor do we do that".
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It does, however, make us consider how much the average person misses out on by not understanding the importance of psychology and how it affects their daily lives. Disclaimer, we are of the totally unbiased opinion that psychology is very important.
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Whether it is superstitious behaviour or how we define our identities, psychology helps us explain these thoughts and behaviours.
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Fascinating right?
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We think so too.
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We hope through Psych et al., we are able to show you how, in our everyday lives, psychology hides in plain sight while also feeding our never-ending curiosity.
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Vasudha & Maragatha
Who's in the Team?
From the Gateway of India to the Burj Khalifa, we want to redefine people's perception of psychology. Get to know more about the brains behind Psych et al.
Hi! I am Vasudha Iyengar
I am the Co-founder, Head of Design and Writer
I stumbled upon psychology in high school and was astounded by how complex the human mind is, as I kept learning, my passion grew. Nine years and two degrees later, I still am fascinated by how our surroundings and the people in them affect our behaviour and how we in turn influence them. The takeaway from my experience is no matter how complicated the world may seem, we can always find the reason for our actions. Damn, how cool would it be if someone could articulate that into a blog (wink wink).
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Deep cuts about me
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What does my name mean: Vasudha is "Earth" in Sanskrit
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Comfort food: Rasam Rice with Potatoes (yum)
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Dream holiday destination: A solo trip to Rome and the Vatican
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Favourite Quote: Currently it is "What we do now echoes in eternity"- Marcus Aurelius
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Favourite TV character: It is a tie between Sherlock, Michael Scott and Chandler Bing
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Advice to your 13-year-old self: Remember to follow your heart no matter what happens.
Hi! I am Maragatha Vadivu
I am the Co-founder, Head of Marketing and Writer
I chose to study Psychology to understand all there is to the unending abyss that is the human Psyche. And by the time I was done with my Masters, I realized I had barely scratched the surface. Yet not much has changed in that I am still the same wide-eyed kid from 9 years ago, continuing to be fascinated by the discipline. I love observing the never-ending presence of psychology in my daily life as well as in this chaotic world we call home and having my 'Eureka' moments.
Here is to our journey to Bedlam and back!
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Deep cuts about me
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What does my name mean: Maragatha is Emerald in Tamil
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Comfort food: Sambar and Aviyal
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Dream holiday destination: Anywhere I can go to see the northern lights
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Favourite Quote: "Normal is an illusion. What is normal for the spider is chaos for the fly"- Morticia Addams
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Your favourite TV character: Jim Moriarty
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Advice to your 13-year-old self: Do not get overwhelmed when things get too much. Just step back, take a moment to yourself and reset.