horror movies – GhoulieJoe

Horror Cinematherapy: The Power of Belief

Belief. It’s a major player in the world of horror movies. Often the characters who don’t believe in the monster are the first to go. Frequently the antagonist thrives on the fear that comes along with belief, like Pennywise in It. In psychology, belief is tantamount to mental health. A common tactic for improving self-esteemContinue reading “Horror Cinematherapy: The Power of Belief”

Horror Cinematherapy: 10 More Gettin Shit Done Movies to Ease Your Anxiety

I began my college career as a psychology major, and I have an AA in social science. Therefore, I am qualified to treat mental health issues…not at all. Whatsoever. Buuut I once read an article about how the movie The Martian is good for anxiety because Matt Damon’s character puts aside his problems in orderContinue reading “Horror Cinematherapy: 10 More Gettin Shit Done Movies to Ease Your Anxiety”

Horror Cinematherapy: 10 Gettin Shit Done Movies to Ease Your Anxiety

I began my college career as a psychology major, and I have an AA in Social Science. Therefore, I am qualified to treat mental health issues…not at all. Whatsoever. Buuut I once read an article about how the movie The Martian is good for anxiety because Matt Damon’s character puts aside his problems in orderContinue reading “Horror Cinematherapy: 10 Gettin Shit Done Movies to Ease Your Anxiety”

Real Fear: Part One

This is a piece I’ve been working on since my teenager was a newborn. I’ve struggled with the format, the length, and especially the tone; generally I go for light and fun, but then my undergraduate training in analysis comes out and it gets way too serious and pretentious. I’ve got this pretty much theContinue reading “Real Fear: Part One”

The Horrors of Adulting: Sometimes, Dead is NOT Better

This is my neighborhood. Pretty, innit? But you may observe there are no sidewalks. So when my two-year-old wants to go for a walk, we have to perambulate in the street. It’s very quiet, the official speed limit is 15 miles an hour, and there are loads of kids around, so drivers tend to beContinue reading “The Horrors of Adulting: Sometimes, Dead is NOT Better”