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Houseboat Memories from Alappuzha. Dr. Joshy K T

Often called the Venice of the East, Alappuzha is Kerala’s shimmering jewel, famous for its sprawling network of canals and, of course, its iconic houseboats. With thousands of these house boats; floating marvels gliding through the interconnected waterways, Alappuzha offers a great backwater experience. The boat we hired was Royal Caribbian, a 14 bedroom house boat in Alapuzha back waters. Our journey began late in the morning, around 11:30 am. With a warm welcome drink, we boarded the houseboat. After a brief round of introductions and fun ice-breaking events, the mood quickly turned. It was one of the participants birthday and it was celebrated with cake cutting followed by songs, dances, and laughter echoing over the gentle waters. The cruise took us deep into the heart of Kuttanad; a land of emerald paddy fields, swaying coconut groves, and tranquil villages. Along the way, we waved at fellow travelers on neighboring houseboats and watched speedboats zip past, adding a touch of ex...
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READING DAY

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Reading Day.  Today June 19th is the death anniversary of Shri P.N. Panicker. This day is observed by Keralites as Reading Day. The library movement in Kerala was started by late Shri P.N. Panicker. His vision transformed the reading culture of the state. Today is a day to celebrate and promote the joy and value of reading. Reading is one of the richest habits in human life. It not only develops knowledge, but also nurtures imagination, creativity, communication skills and overall personality. Through reading, we gain insight into the world, different cultures and a wide range of subjects. It broadens our understanding and fosters lifelong learning. Reading opens the door to new worlds, characters and experiences, stimulates our imagination and creative thinking. Reading enables us to view situations from different perspectives, enhances analytical skills and encourages empathy. Reading improves vocabulary, comprehension, and writing skills. It plays an important role in developing...
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PROCESS SCRIPT AND GREEK MYTHOLOGY CHARACTERS

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PROCESS SCRIPT AND GREEK MYTHOLOGY CHARACTERS Dr. Joshy K. T. Introduction Process Script refers to the patterned behaviors and responses that a person uses on a day-to-day or second-by-second basis. Process scripts are life patterns. It deals with the how of the script. It shows how a person implements his bad script in life i.e., how we live in that bad script over time. Eric Berne, the founder of Transactional Analysis (TA), developed a theory involving six "Process Scripts." These are psychological scripts that individuals follow unconsciously throughout their lives. Each script represents a life pattern, often shaped by early childhood experiences. Berne compared these life scripts to characters from Greek mythology, which embody similar themes and outcomes. Berne points out that a person‘s life plan is mostly influenced by his/her injunctions, while lifestyle is mostly influenced by his/her drivers. There are 6 process script patterns or scripty lifestyles. These p...
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SYMBIOSIS IN PSYCHOLOGICAL RELATIONSHIPS - Dr. Joshy K.T.

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SYMBIOSIS  Introduction Symbiosis is generally understood as the interaction between two different organisms living in close physical association, typically to the advantage of both. It is a mutually beneficial relationship between different people or groups.  One of the symbiotic relationships we can see around us is the relationship of honey bee and flower. The bees collect food from flowers and in that process, the flowers get pollinated. In psychological parlance, symbiosis refers to a mental state where two people are fused together, and their emotions, thoughts, and behaviours are interwoven. Due to this, the partners are unable to differentiate themselves from each other, and experience a loss of self-awareness and independence. They behave as if they were both still dependent on each other. This can happen in relationships like romantic partnerships, friendships, professional collaboration, etc. Symbiosis can be problematic because it often leads to negative patterns...
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THE PSYCHOLOGICAL GAMES PEOPLE PLAY DURING OFFICIAL AND SOCIAL INTERACTIONS - Dr. Joshy K.T.

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The psychological games people play during official and social interactions   Dr. Joshy K.T. Psychological Games people play Introduction Psychological games and their components Psychological games are transactions or interactions between two or more people in which there is an ulterior motive or hidden agenda. Games often involve superficial or trivial communication on the surface, while the real purpose of the interaction is concealed or implied.   Games can occur in many different contexts, such as in personal relationships, in the workplace, or in social situations. They can be played consciously or unconsciously, and they often involve power dynamics, manipulation, and a desire for attention or recognition. It involves several components:   1. The players: are the individuals involved in the game. 2. The game: is the social interaction or transaction that takes place. 3. The payoff: is the hidden or ulterior motive that one or more players are seeking to achieve. 4....
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Location: Kochi, Kerala, India
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ZEIGARNIK EFFECT AND ITS IMPLICATIONS IN WORK PLACE MANAGEMENT, TEACHING, AND LEARNING. - Dr.Joshy K.T.

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ZEIGARNIK EFFECT AND ITS IMPLICATIONS IN WORKPLACE MANAGEMENT, TEACHING, AND LEARNING. Dr. Joshy K.T. ZEIGARNIK EFFECT     Introduction The Zeigarnik effect is a psychological phenomenon where people remember uncompleted or interrupted tasks better than completed tasks, leading to an increased motivation to complete those tasks. Experiments of Bluma Zeigarnik Bluma Zeigarnik first observed the Zeigarnik effect in 1927 while dining at a restaurant in Vienna. She noticed that the waiters were better able to remember the details of still-unfilled orders than those that had already been served. This observation inspired her to conduct a series of experiments to study the phenomenon, which eventually led to the discovery of the Zeigarnik effect. She conducted a series of experiments in which participants were given a set of tasks to complete, but were interrupted before they could finish. Zeigarnik found that the participants were more likely to remember the unfinished task...
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Location: Kochi, Kerala, India
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