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Be My Bad Boy, but I Don’t Need You

[DISCLAIMER] When searching for electronic dance music (EDM) online, I discovered a Reddit post that directed readers to the album Hard Dance Mania Vol. 2 (2004) by DJ and music producer Pulsedriver. The anthology reflects the hard dance or hardcore genre of EDM, which I enjoy. Now, the album contains the song “Bad Boy (Pulsedriver Remix)” by Cascada, a remix to her original track “Bad Boy” from the album Everytime We Touch (2006). Lyrics of the chorus state: Be my bad

EDM and REBT

Deric Hollings

21 hours ago8 min read

DERIC

[ DISCLAIMER ] When recently providing a psychoeducational lesson on Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) to someone who plans on starting a blog, I briefly discussed how I employ the technique of “ use of self ” with the content that I post. Admittedly, some REBT practitioners don’t do this. Presumably, some clinicians find it easier to discuss their clients, imaginary patients, research data concerning other people, or vague references to anyone other than themsel

Deric Hollings

Feb 49 min read

Evaluations and Appraisals: Men Are Gross, Trash, and Pigs

[ DISCLAIMER ] The Scenario I once adopted principles of feminism (the supposed belief in and advocacy of the political, economic, and social equality of the sexes). That was until I realized that the ideology is expressed especially through organized activity on behalf of female rights and interests . When referencing the term “female,” I’m referring to girls and women. When I realized that the belief system and associated movement was largely unconcerned with ma

Deric Hollings

Dec 5, 202517 min read

Normativity Standard

[ DISCLAIMER ] A standard is something established by authority, custom, or general consent as a model or example. A norm is an authoritative standard; a principle of right action binding upon the members of a group and serving to guide, control , or regulate proper and acceptable behavior . Regarding what is considered a normative standard, the American Psychological Association (APA) states that such elements serve as a “comparison for a person or group of people, oft

Deric Hollings

Nov 3, 20257 min read