Understanding the self

When we look in the mirror, make plans, and think about anything there is always an inner understanding that we are a being. This understanding of being, or self, is extremely important for everything in life and not every animal is capable of such understanding. Lets explore what the self is and how it is developed.

We tend to think we're self aware, but we're not. Here's how to get better at it.

Determinants of Personality: What is personality and determinants of personality? Discover the major determinants of personality and factors shaping personality!

Invite your ‘dark half’ to the kitchen table. Get to know your ‘shadow self’ and how it likes it’s coffee… Give it a (((hug))) The cause of bad habits or ... Read More

Thought-provoking article by Lesley University on the concept that we base our sense of self on how we believe others view us. #psychology #perception #SelfEsteem #SocialMedia

I have never spoken about my relationship with my Jewishness — until now. I think that’s because it’s never been something that I’ve felt ownership over. It’s never felt like it belonged to me.Let’s start at the beginning: My dad met my mum and they fell in love. Dad was the first member of his […]

A series inspired by Carl Jung and his theory of the shadow self. Click here to see the full series “To confront a person with his shadow is to show him his own light. Once one has experienced a few times what it is like to stand judgingly between the opposites, one begins to understand what is meant by the self. Anyone who perceives his shadow and his light simultaneously sees himself from two sides and thus gets in the middle”. - Carl Jung

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If I ripped my head apart, that's exactly what my brain would look like : )

Therapy <3