Traumatic events have a huge impact on people, especially when they are young. Sometimes, it can seem like you are defined by your trauma. Finding meaning and…… Read more “Mononogatari – Malevolent Spirits: Episode 12 Review”
Tag: Trauma
Fruits Basket And Types of Trauma
Welcome, dear readers! Join me for a look into the nature of psychological trauma and its presence in four characters from Fruits Basket. Most of the characters…… Read more “Fruits Basket And Types of Trauma”
Thoughtful Thursday: The Bitter Fulfillment of Nanachi (Made in Abyss)
(Warning: Spoilers for Made in Abyss) The story of Nanachi and Mitty is heartbreaking, as you will know if you’ve seen in the 2017 hit Made in…… Read more “Thoughtful Thursday: The Bitter Fulfillment of Nanachi (Made in Abyss)”
Mahoutsukai no Yome: Acceptance vs. Forgiveness
What is Radical Acceptance? Chise teaches us in Ancient Magus’ Bride.
Time Leaping is Suffering: 4 Iconic Anime Examples
Spoiler Warning: There will be spoilers for Re:Zero, Higurashi, Madoka Magica, and Steins;Gate.Content Warning: discussion/ mentions of psychological shock, mental disorders, false memories, dissociative amnesia, alzheimer’s, trauma,…… Read more “Time Leaping is Suffering: 4 Iconic Anime Examples”
Sakiko’s Death Wish (Boogiepop and Others Discussion)
Boogiepop and Others, officially titled Boogiepop wa Warawanai (2019) is a masterpiece of the supernatural, psychological and philosophical genres. It’s my favorite of the Winter 2019 anime…… Read more “Sakiko’s Death Wish (Boogiepop and Others Discussion)”
Yuno Gasai Character Analysis (Part 1)
Part 1 contains Yuno’s story, and a brief personality analysis. See part 2 for more.
The Future Diary: Thematic Analysis
Welcome, readers! Looking at an anime at any significant depth requires noting and understanding the thoughts and points presented. Some of the themes in Mirai Nikki include…… Read more “The Future Diary: Thematic Analysis”
Yukiteru Amano Character Analysis
Welcome to another anime rant! This time I’ll be covering a character study of the main male character in Mirai Nikki, Yukiteru. (Also known as Yuki or…… Read more “Yukiteru Amano Character Analysis”
Sayaka Miki Analysis 3: Discussion of Psychology
Topics include trauma, feminism, body dysphoria, and self-injury.