Aristotle

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Blog Topic: Aristotle’s Contributions to Psychology: Ancient Insights, Modern Applications

Our team collaboratively explored Aristotle’s profound influence on psychology, delving into his key philosophical and scientific contributions. We divided the work based on thematic relevance, ensuring each member focused on a specific aspect of Aristotle’s legacy. Below is a detailed account of each member’s contribution to the blog.

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1. Abhigyan: Soul, Psychological Journey of Aristotle, and Hylomorphism

Helped to provide a foundational understanding of Aristotle’s theories on psychology and their underlying philosophical aspects. He explained Aristotle’s concept of “soul” and how it is the essence of life. Discussed hylomorphism and how it is relevant to understand the mind-body connection. He then connected these ideas to modern psychology, specifically discussions about consciousness and the mind-body debate. 

2. Hannah: Learning, Memory, and the Laws of Association

Conducted an in-depth analysis of Aristotle’s learning and memory. Mainly focusing on the implications it has on contemporary psychology. She also shed some light upon Aristotle’s work On Memory and Reminiscence, Laws of Association, and how they help in explaining memory and recall. She highlighted the relevance of his insights in fields such as memory research, education, and therapeutic techniques.

3. Bhoomi: Emotions, the Golden Mean, and Modern Applications

Dived into the ideas on emotions, the golden mean and how they can be balanced linking them to modern psychological practices. She connected the principle of the golden mean to emotional regulation and how it can help achieve mental well-being. She demonstrated how this emotional framework still remains relevant in psychotherapy, personal development and other mental health interventions.

4. Varachita: Empiricism, Rationalism, and Debates in Ancient Greek Philosophy

Wrote about  Aristotle’s position in the long-standing philosophical debates on knowledge and reasoning. She compared Aristotle’s empiricism, the belief that knowledge comes from experience with Plato’s rationalism, which emphasised innate ideas. Additionally, she analyzed Aristotle’s exchanges with other great thinkers, including Socrates, Kant, and the Sophists, highlighting how these debates laid the foundation for modern psychological theories. 

5 .Rishika: Aristotle's teleology: the timeless quest for purpose in psychology 

Explored Aristotle’s teleology, linking it to modern psychology through Maslow’s self-actualization, Bandura’s self-efficacy, and goal-setting theory. She examined Kant’s reinterpretation of purpose and its role in therapy. Ultimately, she highlighted Aristotle’s core message: true fulfillment comes from growth, meaning, and shaping one’s highest self.