We all have a set of core beliefs which influence everything we do in our lives. They shape the way we dress, speak and behave, our body language and what…
What is the Johari Window? The Johari Window is a psychological tool which was developed in 1955 by the psychologists Joseph Luft and Harrington Ingham (hence JoHari - a combination…
James F. Masterson, M.D., was a prominent American psychiatrist who helped to bring the study, understanding and treatment of personality disorders, especially narcissistic and borderline, into the mainstream. He wrote…
This article is made up of two lists, one has the characteristics of the healthiest version of ourselves and the other describes how that characteristic can be corrupted, by adversity,…
Below is an excerpt from a lecture by Carl Jung, which he delivered to a group of clergy. I came across this in a YouTube video by Alan Watts, the…
The video below talks about issues which are common outcomes for children of narcissistic parents. The topics included and other relevant YouTube videos you may like to watch and articles…
What is Abuse Amnesia? Abuse amnesia can take place in many different types of relationships, if the person is abusive, such as with parental figures, romantic partners, with friends or…
Attachment Theory Attachment theory deals with the relationship between the primary caregiver and their baby. Research has shown that attachment styles can be observed and are established by the time…
Mentorship and guidance are sorely lacking when a person has come from a dysfunctional family. This video talks about where we can find some decent guidance - from books, from…
The History of ArchetypesThe concept of archetypes can be found in the writings of Plato over 2,000 years ago. Plato’s concept was that eidos, or ideas, were pure mental forms…
What is a Logical Fallacy? A logical fallacy can be described as flawed thinking: Logical = Something based on reason and good judgement Fallacy = A flaw in reasoning, a…
Guidance, mentoring and advice is lacking when one comes from a narcissistic family. Please see the wisdom below from an emperor of Rome, poets, the wife of an American president…
