Abraham Maslow
Masking
In this article, we will look at masks in relation to human psychology as made popular by Erving Goffman, and how they apply to the ego.
Brainwashing
Critical Thinking
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.
Binary Thinking
Binary thinking
In this article, we will look into the dangers that are inherent in binary thinking, and look at ways these can be avoided.
Adult Self-Transcendence Inventory
Window of Tolerance
The concept of the Window of Tolerance was introduced by Dan Siegel, a clinical professor of psychiatry. This idea describes the optimal zone of arousal where a person can effectively manage their emotions and respond to stress.
Classical Conditioning
Social Control: Dark persuasion
Dark persuasion, as discussed by Joel Dimsdale, refers to the use of psychological tactics to influence individuals without their conscious awareness.
Anxiety
Questioning One’s Assumptions
Carl Rogers, a prominent figure in humanistic psychology, emphasized the importance of self-exploration and the questioning of one’s assumptions
Anxious attachment style
Social Control, Manipulation, Programming, and Brainwashing
The concepts of social control, manipulation, and brainwashing have rich histories and are intertwined with various social, psychological, and political theories.