Critical thinking is an essential concept that refers to the self-guided, self-disciplined thinking that aims to reason at the highest level of quality in a fair-minded way. In this article we will look at the origins and influencers of the critical approach, and maps out the important foundations to this life changing system of thinking.
There are intrusive actions, intrusive feelings, intrusive emotions and intrusive thoughts. They are all intrusive, as they are not wanted, but there is no indication of them being from someone else, or an external influence.
This article describes a state of peak growth, or learning, which can be attained as part of an individual’s self-transcendent journey.
The Frankfurt School refers to a group of scholars associated with the Institute for Social Research in Frankfurt, Germany, founded in 1923.
There is a brainwashing technique that starts out with a factual statement, then progressively increases the sense of confusion in the viewer, reader, or listener, by indicating something has been proven, which has not.
The concept of the Self-Police Parade, as referenced by Robert Calvert, the lyricist and vocalist of the band Hawkwind, is a thought-provoking metaphor that reflects on societal control and the resultant self-regulation of the individual.
Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) is a fascinating field that combines elements of psychology, communication, and personal development.
Introduction to Confirmation Bias Confirmation bias is a well-documented psychological phenomenon where individuals tend to favour information that confirms their pre-existing beliefs, values, or attitudes, while simultaneously disregarding or undervaluing information that contradicts them. This bias is not only prevalent in everyday decision-making but also significantly influences how we process Read more…
In this article, I will explore the main psychological issues that contribute to the lack of peace in the world today, and suggest a possible way to overcome them.
Click below to listen to this article: Carl Gustav Jung Carl Jung (1875-1961), was one of the most influential and provocative thinkers of our time. He was a pioneer of analytical psychology who explored the human unconscious and its collective aspects. He introduced concepts such as extroversion and introversion, archetypes, Read more…