A Bit Dull (Psychologies)

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Product:	Psychologies
Date:	01/07/08 (88 review reads)
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Advantages: A nice change to celebrity hype and dumbed down culture

Disadvantages: A bit dull and repetititive...Is there such a thing as too much positivity being annoying?

I had never bought Psychologies before, but it had interested me a number of times whilst browsing in WH Smiths. The problem was, at £3.20 a copy, I wasnt eager to try it- I had my 'old faithfuls' to depend on and could I risk this money on a bit of a magazine gamble? However, in Tesco's the other day, I noticed a magazine offer that tempted me; Red magazine combined with an additional copy of Psychologies for £4.99. This, I thought, was a deal worth striking, and I waltzed out of the supermarket giant happy for a change (I loathe Tesco- blooming monster encroaching on every bit of spare land...grrrr)............Ok, calm down and apply stress relieving techniques learnt in Psychologies. Deep breaths, in and out....ahhhhh.


~What is Psychologies?~
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P sychologies is definately the 'thinking ladies' reading material. Pour yourself a nice latte, add your spectacles, and embark upon a refreshingly cranial workout.


Actually, this is one magazine that doesnt seem to celebrate the rich and famous. The articles are devoted to examining emotions, relationships (with others and yourself), and focusing on the fact that we should not be judged by appearance alone.


When I read this magazine, I was struck at how stupidly base and materialistic our world actually is. What do I care about Charlotte Churches latest bust up with Gav? Or if Anne Robinson has had her entire face removed and replaced by her buttocks? Most magazines are image, money, and attitude (usually bad) focused, and very little written word is dedicated to the mind and emotions- and dare I say it, the intellect. Psychologies was a pleasant change really.


Writers, journalists, psychologists, and philosophers all contribute to the articles in this magazine. Much of the material concentrates on our roles in society, stress management, the pressures of family life, the imposing nature of media on our lives, and the way we manage relationships. It is implied that our lives are dynamic, and that we need to adapt to new circumstances as they arrive- life changes in effect. Bereavement, couple breakups, rearing children, finding work satisfaction, and moving home are all addressed.


~Would I Recommend This?~
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If I had to rate this out of 5, Id give it a 3. This is because it can be a bit heavy going and a whole magazine devoted to my 'psychological' state etc... can be a bit tiresome. I would probably buy it again for a change, but I dont think it'll be a regular read. To me, its a nice antidote to a 'dumbed-down' womens magazine selection, but it seems to state the obvious, ie: love yourself for who you are, not your physical appearance etc.... All very honorable, but a bit dull if thats the sole diet on offer here.


Oh and I know this sounds a bit churlish, but I did find this magazine a little patronising. Most of the women featured were obviously career types who were having forty fits about promotion or non-promotion. They also seemed to rich and upper middle class..."Oh I wrote for the Daily Telegraph, but they had to fight for me to stay as the Daily Express were biting at my heels!". Oh poor you...ermmm, can anyone tell me how to get baby sick off my jeans please? Thanks. I just wish they would include a few 'ordinary women' who arent entrepreneurs with a beautiful converted barn in Wiltshire. Do you sense some jealousy here? Heehee

Summary: ...Too much positivity is annoying