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  We've heard different stories of rape victims, but I bet we never really took time to understand what goes on in the head of the survivors.   Molestation, Assault and Rape are actions that leave a mental disorientation in the mind of survivors.   Molestation is the act of touching or behaving toward someone in a sexual or inappropriate way without their  permission .   A very practical example is when conductors in a bid to call passengers touch you to take you to their bus, you got uncomfortable and told them but they refused to respect your body boundaries and keep touching you; that is molestation. The moment a hug, a kiss or even a touch becomes forced, that is MOLESTATION.    Assault on the other hand, is intentionally hurting someone or trying to hurt them, either physically or by making them fear they are about to be hurt. Assault can be physical or verbal threats.   A good example is raising a hand to hurt someone making them fear even t...

The Devil behind plans: An interview with my inner Cynic  (In this blogpost, our in-house student Psychologist delights with a conversation with her inner self; A talk of Resolutions and how to get it right) - leave us a comment if this is relatable and share with someone!  Me: New year, new me! Cy: January confidence is loud, October habits are formed from consistency. Me: Cy, what's the deal with new year resolutions? Cy: Oh, they're just a recipe for disappointment. You promise yourself the world and by April, you're back to snoozing through alarms. Me: Harsh,but isn't it good to set goals? Cy: Goals are fine. It's the delulu of "I'll change overnight" that's the problem. Want real change?Not a flood of resolutions. Me: So what's the alternative? Cy: Ditch the hype. Pick one thing,do it gradually,do it daily. Me: Toorh. Sounds like a slow process but I want fast results! Cy: Fast results are overrated,think sustainability.  You want to run a...

Emotional intelligence  is a concept many people hear about but do not fully understand, and that is completely okay. Emotional intelligence is not commonly taught in schools or homes, yet it plays a major role in our relationships, communication, mental health, and overall wellbeing. It is okay to miss it. It is also okay to want to grow, adjust, and become emotionally healthier. This article explains what emotional intelligence is, why it matters, and how it shows up in everyday life. My name is  Oluwafunke Ajoba , a Social Psychologist with  Echoes Foundation , and it is my pleasure to guide you through a practical understanding of emotional intelligence. What Is Emotional Intelligence? Emotional Intelligence (EI)  is the ability to recognize, understand, manage, and respond to emotions both your own and those of others in healthy and constructive ways. Emotional intelligence affects: • Communication and listening skills • Conflict resolution • Empathy...