In life, a constant stream of microaggressions – of disagreements, and being corrected, told to change our thinking or behaviour –Â tend to cause microtraumas, which, ultimately are micro-rejections of the individuals true self.
Jung developed his theory of autonomous complexes in 1908, through word association experiments at the Burghölzli psychiatric clinic in Zurich. By measuring subjects’ reaction times to stimulus words and noting hesitations, slips, and emotional reactions, Jung discovered patterns suggesting emotionally-charged “hot spots” in the unconscious.
The dual-mask system, part of the Theory of the DNA-Self could also explain the concept of life positions, as described in transactional analysis.
Most psychotherapies begin with the assumption that you have a stable “self” that has developed maladaptive patterns. Integrative Genomic Schema Therapy (IGST) starts from a different premise: what you call “your personality” may be a survival scaffold built over a pruned authentic self.
Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) is a fascinating field that combines elements of psychology, communication, and personal development.
Perfectionism is often seen as a trait that leads people to success. It’s frequently associated with a high standard of performance and an intense work ethic. However, it also comes with its set of challenges that can impede an individual’s well-being and growth.
Imposter syndrome is a psychological phenomenon where individuals doubt their accomplishments and have an internalized fear of being exposed as a “fraud.”
Self-sabotage is a psychological phenomenon in which individuals, often unknowingly, engage in behaviours or thought patterns that undermine their own success.
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
One of the goals of CBT is to help us achieve self-transcendence, which is the ability to go beyond our personal concerns and connect with something greater than ourselves.
