Why Hulk Hogan's downfall hit so hard — psychiatrist explains the psychology behind it.

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When news broke that Hulk Hogan had died, the internet erupted—some mourned a childhood hero, others celebrated the fall of a man they saw as a racist and fraud. But this isn’t just a story about Hulk Hogan. It’s a story about us.

In this video, psychiatrist Dr. Sulman Aziz Mirza breaks down the psychology of fallen heroes—why we idolize people in the first place, how ambivalence and betrayal affect our sense of identity, and what happens when nostalgia crashes into reality.

Using real-world examples and psychological insight, this video explores:

-The rise and fall of Hulk Hogan’s public image

-His infamous controversies and non-apology

-The emotional impact of losing a hero

-How dialectical thinking and DBT skills can help us process conflicting feelings

Whether you grew up watching WrestleMania or just want to understand the psychology behind public meltdowns and parasocial relationships, this breakdown will challenge you to see the full picture.

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💬 Drop your thoughts in the comments: Who’s a figure you had to re-evaluate?

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Chapters

0:00 Intro

2:03 The rise of Hulk Hogan...

3:39 ...and the fall

5:52 Integration and The Wise Mind

7:58 My thoughts on Hulk Hogan?

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