Editor's Note

Dear readers,

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Did you know that your brain makes about 35,000 decisions every single day? That’s 35,000 chances to overthink, regret, or convince yourself that eating ice cream straight from the tub at 2 in the morning is a perfectly rational decision (it is, by the way—dopamine says so). From debating whether to reply with “hahaha” or “lmao” to having an existential crisis at 3 AM, your brain is basically running a never-ending psychological experiment on you.

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In this issue, we dive into the chaotically complex labyrinth of the human mind. Why does social media make us feel like we’re winning and failing at life simultaneously? How does childhood psychology shape the people we become? And what is the fine line between genius and madness? (looking at you, Light Yagami)

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Thinking about majoring in psychology? Good news—you’ll finally have an excuse for overanalyzing every interaction and questioning human behavior like it's a full-time job. Whether you’re here to question your decision-making skills, justify your latest impulse purchase, or simply learn something new, sit back and enjoy the ride through the human psyche. 

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Keep questioning, keep analyzing, and remember: if you talk to yourself, it’s totally normal—but if you start gaslighting yourself, well that's a conversation for another issue.

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Ashley Budiman

Editor in Chief