Alright, today I’m diving into “Crash Course Psychology 21”. Honestly, I stumbled upon this while browsing and thought, why not give it a shot? I’ve always been a bit curious about psychology, you know, the whole “why do we do what we do” thing.
So, I grabbed some snacks, got comfy on my couch, and started the first video. I gotta say, the guy in the video, Hank Green, he’s pretty engaging. Makes it less intimidating. I started scribbling down some terms like “oral”, “anal”, “phallic” on my notepad. Sounds weird, I know, but it’s all part of Freud’s stages, which I found quite intriguing, albeit a bit out there.
As I went deeper, I tried to test myself using some flashcards I found online. Questions like “Purpose of Rorschach’s ink blots?” popped up. Let me tell you, those inkblots are something else. I spent a good chunk of time just staring at them, trying to figure out what I was seeing. It’s like a game, trying to decode your own thoughts and feelings.
I also learned about different ways psychologists study personality. It’s not just about those inkblots; there are surveys, interviews, and all sorts of methods. I even tried to apply some of these to myself, which was a bit of an eye-opener. You start seeing patterns in your behavior that you never noticed before.
Takeaways
- Freud’s stages: I jotted down those stages and tried to understand each one. It’s a bit complex, but I think I’m starting to get it.
- Inkblots: Seriously, those things are wild. I’m still not sure what I saw in them, but it was a fun exercise.
- Personality Study: There’s so much more to it than I thought. I’m definitely going to try out some of those personality tests I found online.
All in all, it was a pretty productive day. I didn’t get through all 40 episodes, but I made a good dent. I’m actually looking forward to continuing this tomorrow. Psychology is way more interesting than I initially gave it credit for. It’s like unlocking a secret part of your brain, and I’m here for it.
I’ll keep you guys updated on my progress. Who knows, maybe I’ll become a psychology buff by the end of this!
