Humanistic psychology
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Addressing the Myth of Shame
As it were, the myth of shame emerges as a mirage from our collective imaginations—an amalgamation of half-truths and misplaced identities, as tangled as the emotion it misrepresents. The drama unfolds on the stage of public perception, where shame often dresses itself in the costume of guilt. In this role, the spectre of shame loses… Continue reading
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An Intimate Stranger: The Myth of Self-Knowledge in Psychotherapy
When we speak of self-knowledge, we presuppose a dichotomy within the self: the observer and the observed. This bifurcation, though handy for analytical purposes, risks oversimplifying the inherent complexity of the human psyche. The dichotomy posits the ‘self’ as a static entity that can be known, studied, and comprehended, an assumption which in itself is… Continue reading
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The Myth of Trauma | w4dey
In a world where trauma is increasingly recognised as a pervasive and significant aspect of human existence, it becomes vital to interrogate the conventional understandings and established paradigms of trauma that have been presented to us. The prevailing discourse on trauma, whilst undeniably enlightening, has been predominantly shaped by the medical model, which tends to… Continue reading
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The Myth of Polite Assertiveness | w4dey
The myth of polite assertiveness particularly impacts confusion and misunderstanding. By examining the contemporary expectations and assumptions surrounding polite assertiveness, we can better understand the challenges in interpersonal communication and develop strategies for mitigating potential misunderstandings. Continue reading