False-Self
Independent Self and Interdependent Self
Although Rogers wrote mainly about the real self and ideal self, the terms independent self and interdependent self come from later “self‑construal” research in cultural psychology
Organismic Self
The Inner-Supporter to Inner-Critic Transition
Within parts working, there is the concept of the inner-critic. This is the source of internal self-criticism, and often seen as a source of depression and a pessimistic outlook. In this article, we suggest that this inner critic, was once an inner-supporter, that became rejected and dissociated into take on that oppositional role.
Authenticity
Self-Reflection
This article covers the science behind the practice of self-reflection. Each theoretical model that supports the practice is teased out.
Core-Self Pruning
Self-integrity
This article discusses the concept of Self-Integrity, and how that relates to other concepts of personality and self-awareness.
1D Thinking
DNA-Self Theory: The Bloch Sphere and our Genetic NOT Decisions
The Bloch sphere emerged from quantum mechanics of spin-1/2 particles (two-level systems like qubits or nuclear spins) in magnetic fields, generalizing classical spin precession to quantum superpositions.
Core-Self Pruning
Training the Ego
Welcome to Training the Ego. This is your simple guide to understanding and becoming the person you want to be – your true self. I’ve tried to make it simple, so that anyone can read and understand it, yet the concepts here are incredibly powerful. And if used correctly, can lead an individual to true self-transcendence, where they have complete mastery of self in all its guises.
Organismic Self
Phenomenological Theory of Personality and Behaviour
Carl Rogers’ phenomenological theory of personality and behaviour forms the core of his person-centred approach, viewing the individual’s subjective “phenomenal field”, as the primary determinant of behaviour and growth.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
Puppy-dog Syndrome and the Consequences of Avoidant Parents
This article looks into the basic family relationship, as driven by our genetic need for connection, support, nurturing and protection. We then propose a typical dysfunctional scenario, based on parents that are avoidant of that connection. It proposes that this scenario will result in children that will include a scapegoat, who may well develop C-PTSD based Stockholm Syndrome, before they are old enough to verbalise their long-term abuse. It also introduces a new term – Puppy-dog Syndrome, to describe one of the observable behaviours of children that have had this childhood.
Authenticity
Theory of Rationality and Rational Choice Theory
The Theory of Rationality, often associated with Rational Choice Theory, is a framework used to understand decision-making processes.
Organisational Imbalance
Fritz Lang’s Metropolis – A prophecy delivered?
Fritz Lang’s Metropolis is a ground-breaking film that delves into several profound themes and messages he chose to comment on, in 1927. As well as being a cinematic masterpiece of it’s day, the film offered commentary on potential societal conditions, based on the evidence that he perceived was available and he felt pertinent at the time.