'I'm a psychology expert - here's how to survive Big Brother'
14.10.2023 - 08:13
/ ok.co.uk
One of the most iconic shows of the 2000s returned to our screens this week, bringing with it a fresh set of 16 contestants. Although Big Brother is a game and all of the participants are hoping to win, it can be very psychologically challenging.
Everyone involved is completely shut off from the outside world and not allowed social media or access to phones or television. There are also brutal challenges and tasks throughout.
This year so far, new contestant Jenkin has had his suitcase blown up on his first day and had to nominate a housemate for eviction.
We've already seen him crying as he struggles with the impact of having no clothes and hot water and he has admitted that he doesn't feel like he is "being his true self" because of it. While there is a wellbeing team working with ITV to ensure that the contestants are all coping with the Big Brother house, they will inevitably have difficult days where they all miss their families or struggle with being isolated from everything.
Here, we speak to Bayu Prihandito, Founder at Life Architekture and Certified Psychology Expert & Life Coach, who shares his survival tips for the Big Brother contestants and prospective applicants... How to survive Big Brother Control your emotions As the contestants are being consistently watched by Big Brother and their fellow housemates, it is easy for emotions to become heightened and arguments to spiral out of control.
Apart from seeing the presenters and hearing the crowds on eviction nights and any other live shows, they have no awareness of what is going on in the outside world and only have each other for company. Bayu says: "In the confined, constantly watched space of Big Brother, managing and controlling your emotions is essential
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