When I watching X-Men Origins: Wolverine, a few hours earlier, I thought to myself about human's origins. We all have our own stories in this life. We inherited genes from our parents, which makes us as who we are now... Wolverine is my favorite character in X-Men. He is strong, kind-hearted and yet able to … Continue reading Our Origins
What I’ve Seen from A Long Queue
Last weekend, I went to a super sale from Planet Surf, a place which sell brands like, Spyderbilt, Juice, Insight and Billabong. The sale was up to 80% and the when I came, the place was so crowded. The moment of choosing items was fine, I got one backpack and a black short. My aunt … Continue reading What I’ve Seen from A Long Queue
‘Copy-Paste’ Psychologist
Writing reports on client's assessments or intervention is something that a psychologist has to do, daily. For experienced psycholigists, making reports is piece of cake, but yet still need their full attention. For those who do not have much experiences on writing reports, like me, we still a whole lot of practices and practices. One … Continue reading ‘Copy-Paste’ Psychologist
Kindergarten Students and Blackberry
Last week, I have to teach 4 students in 3 different private classes, because my asisstant couldn't come. It was started at 7am with twin girls aged 5. They come from a very rich family in my hometown. So rich until they have their own Blackberry! It shocked me a lot ... They came to … Continue reading Kindergarten Students and Blackberry
Parents are Craving to be Famous
This story is a bit ridiculous, but yet happened. So, my niece is a student in a baby club in Malang, East Java. Last Tuesday, the principle called my sister-in-law. She said that my niece is chosen to be the model of that school and her photo will be on the brochures and other promotional … Continue reading Parents are Craving to be Famous
Clinical Case Presentation
The obvious similarities among all of Clinical students this morning were tired eyes, weary smile and adrenaline rush to the heart, for some of us were having our presentation this morning. Every person had 1 hour session, 15 minutes of presentation and 45 minutes for Q&A. Some were doing so well, some were messing around … Continue reading Clinical Case Presentation
When Psychologist Has to Make Diagnosis
I hope I do not make you think of me as a philosopher, because I am not. I only a psychologist-want-to-be and therefore I am doing my Masters in Psych now. I have been disturbed by a thought of having case presentation on April 27. My colleagues and I were busy preparing the reports and … Continue reading When Psychologist Has to Make Diagnosis
Different Value, Different Action
I am a big fans of CSI series. All the three cities: Las Vegas, New York and Miami. But if I have to choose my favorite character, I would say ... Gil Grissom, the supervisor of CSI Las Vegas. My main reason of choosing Grissom is his ability to balance his head and his heart … Continue reading Different Value, Different Action
Life Changing Moments
Everyone has their own experiences in their life that may be considered as life changing moments. One person may sees marriage as a life changing moment in his/her life. Others may see life differently after their loved ones has gone. Whatever the events that may happen, the important point that we may get is the … Continue reading Life Changing Moments
Psychologist: Fortune Teller or Witch Doctor?
I've been thinking a lot about this issue these past few weeks. In the class this semester, we got the theoretical background of some clinical tests or assessments tools. We even have weekly practicum and reports for sure. Sometimes during scoring times and analyzing the tests results, I wonder to myself, do we really practicing … Continue reading Psychologist: Fortune Teller or Witch Doctor?