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Maysara Kamal

Maysara is a graduate of Philosophy and Film from the American University in Cairo (AUC). She covered both the BA and MA curriculums in the Philosophy Department and published an academic article in AUC’s Undergraduate Research Journal. Her passion for philosophy fuels her independent research and permeates her poems, short stories, and film projects.

Member since: Nov 25, 2021Published posts: 82

Articles by Maysara Kamal

What Is Confirmation Bias and How Does It Impact Your Decisions?
What Is Confirmation Bias and How Does It Impact Your Decisions?

Confirmation bias is one of the most famous cognitive biases in psychology. We explore what it is and how it impacts our decision-making.

Can You REALLY Know Anything? A Philosophical Adventure into Skepticism
Can You REALLY Know Anything? A Philosophical Adventure into Skepticism

What is skepticism, its challenges, and finding peace in uncertainty?

How Did Arthur Schopenhauer Become Known as the Philosopher of Pessimism?
How Did Arthur Schopenhauer Become Known as the Philosopher of Pessimism?

One of the most prominent philosophers of the 19th century, Arthur Schopenhauer is widely recognized as the ‘philosopher of pessimism.’

How Did Simone de Beauvoir Redefine Gender?
How Did Simone de Beauvoir Redefine Gender?

Simone de Beauvoir redefined gender on existential grounds, challenging biological determinism and shaping the future of feminist theory.

What Is The Jungian Model of The Psyche?
What Is The Jungian Model of The Psyche?

The Jungian model of the psyche is an intricate and dynamic model of all the layers that make you who you are.

What Can Marcus Aurelius Teach Us About Resilience?
What Can Marcus Aurelius Teach Us About Resilience?

Roman emperor and Stoic philosopher Marcus Aurelius’ teachings on resilience can help you turn the greatest obstacles in your life to your advantage.

What Did Socrates Really Mean When He Said “Know Thyself”?
What Did Socrates Really Mean When He Said “Know Thyself”?

One of the most famous maxims in the history of philosophy is “Know thyself”, but what does it actually mean?

What Is the History of Belief Bias in Cognitive Psychology?
What Is the History of Belief Bias in Cognitive Psychology?

Belief bias is one of the earliest cognitive biases to be discovered. We explore how cognitive psychologists understood it over time.