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Decolonising Psychology Through Buddhist Wisdom: How Do I Know There's More? (Part 2)

Poh Gan

Published on: 15/12/2025

In Part 1, I shared my journey as an Asian, neurodivergent woman integrating psychology and Buddhist practice. In Part 2, I want to talk more about the rise of process-based therapy approach, the importance of understanding ancient wisdom in its fullness, and the deeper questions about decolonising spirituality in Western psychology.

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Decolonising Psychology Through Buddhist Wisdom: How Do I Know There's More? (Part 1)

Poh Gan

Published on: 15/12/2025

After 17 years of being a psychologist, it's drilled into me: practice under the scientist-practitioner model. Use evidence-based approaches. Stay close to the research. But here's what they don't tell you.

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The Inner Sanctuary: Where Buddhist Wisdom Meets Therapeutic Practice

Poh Gan

Published on: 03/11/2025

When Professional Dedication Meets Personal Depletion Several years into my Buddhist practice, while deeply immersed in frontline mental health work, juggling work and parenting, I found myself running on empty. The weight of holding space for others' trauma, grief, and pain was becoming overwhelming.

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The Internal Worlds We Create: Lessons from Project Sekai

Poh Gan

Published on: 01/10/2025

Life has a way of presenting us with diverse conditions – some delightful, others challenging. In moments like these, when resources feel low and energy needs conserving, I notice something fascinating about my internal experience.

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