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The faces of shame

Die Vielschichtigkeit der Scham: Einblicke und Fragen zur BewältigungDie Vielschichtigkeit der Scham: Einblicke und Fragen zur BewältigungSchamauslöserSchamgefühleSchambewältigungFragen zur SelbstreflexionSchlussfolgerung:   Scham wird in verschiedenen Weisen definiert. Léon Wurmser stellt in Die Masken der Scham – Die Psychoanalyse von Schamaffekten und Schamkonflikten fest, dass Scham ein uraltes Gefühl ist und eine wichtige Abwehr gegenüber anderen Gefühlen […]

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Shame and guilt: definitions, similarities and differences

Shame and guiltShame and guiltDefinitionsShame and guilt: similaritiesShame and guilt: differencesSources Shame and guilt are two different reactions to misbehaviour or in relation to oneself. The similarities and differences between shame and guilt are described below. Definitions Shame “Shame” refers to the feeling of embarrassment or humiliation caused by a perceived failure, inadequacy or violation

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Maladaptive Daydreaming: Understanding, Treating and Overcoming – A Comprehensive Guide

All about maladaptive daydreaming (MD): causes, therapies and self-help strategiesAll about maladaptive daydreaming (MD): causes, therapies and self-help strategiesDefinitionsMind Wandering (MW)DefinitionUnconscious processShort-term and randomMaladaptive daydreaming (MD)DefinitionConscious and controlled processLong-term and thematically focussedComparisonOrdinariness vs. intensitySpontaneity vs. structureShort-term distraction vs. long-term behaviourIntroductionMaladaptive daydreaming and its connection to other disordersMaladaptive daydreaming and addictionSimilarities in dynamicsReinforcement and dependenceAdverse effects

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The meaning of kindness in a neoliberal world

Freundlichkeit unterbewertet: Einblicke in die Sozialpsychologie unserer GesellschaftFreundlichkeit unterbewertet: Einblicke in die Sozialpsychologie unserer Gesellschaft1. Einführung: Die Rolle der Freundlichkeit in der modernen GesellschaftDefinition2. Übersicht über die BPS-Studie zur Wertschätzung der Freundlichkeit:3. Feindselige Architektur: Ein abstoßendes Beispiel mangelnder Freundlichkeit und gesellschaftlicher Kälte4. Langfristige psychologische Auswirkungen mangelnder Freundlichkeit: Von Entfremdung zu Störungen5. Schlussfolgerungen: soziale Gerechtigkeit, Förderung von

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Childhood trauma: replacement child syndrome — correcting an error

Replacement child syndrome: New perspectives on coping with trauma and emotional development in familiesReplacement child syndrome: New perspectives on coping with trauma and emotional development in families1. IntroductionInfant mortalityBirth rateReplacement children: the pathological grief of parents2. Replacement children: the “dead mother” according to André Green3. Dynamics of the replacement child syndrome4. Ways out of the

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Self-doubt and toxic shame

From overthinking to self-acceptance: how to overcome self-doubt and toxic shameFrom overthinking to self-acceptance: how to overcome self-doubt and toxic shame1. Self-doubt and trauma identitySelf-doubtSelf-confidenceTrauma identity: basics and meaning1. 4F reactions2. emotional dysregulation3. cognitive distortions4. attachment disorders2 Philosophical perspectives on self-doubtSelf-doubt: understanding and interpretation1. discovering the sources of emotional wounds2. development of defence mechanisms3. emotional

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Childhood trauma: allowing closeness – a holistic approach

Alain de Botton on closeness – a guide to overcoming toxic feelings of shame and guiltAlain de Botton on closeness – a guide to overcoming toxic feelings of shame and guiltI. Introduction   – Alain de Botton on proximity   – The influence of toxic shame and feelings of guilt on the ability to be closeII Childhood

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Childhood Trauma: “The Art of Loving”

Life help from Erich FrommLife help from Erich FrommIntroduction1 Understanding love2 The fear of intimacyFromm on the fear of intimacy as an obstacle to love:How childhood trauma affects intimacy and trust:Building trust and intimacy:3 Self-loveSelf-love as the basis for loving others:The challenges of self-love:Practical steps for cultivating self-love:4 Toxic relationshipsImmature and mature love:Toxic relationships through

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Childhood trauma: connecting with your inner child

Embracing healing: strategies and practices for reconnecting with the inner childEmbracing healing: strategies and practices for reconnecting with the inner childIntroductionThe concept of the “inner child.”Connecting and healing the inner childTheoretical backgroundThe psychological theories behind the inner child conceptHow childhood trauma affects the inner child and adult behavioursCharacteristics of the inner child in trauma survivorsRecognizing

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Unveiling the Potential of The Five Tibetans in Healing Childhood Trauma

Embrace the Restorative Power of Simple Exercises for Profound Wellness and Trauma RecoveryEmbrace the Restorative Power of Simple Exercises for Profound Wellness and Trauma RecoveryI. IntroductionDefining Childhood Trauma and Its Various FormsExploring Causes of Childhood Trauma1.     Violence in All Its Forms: Physical, Sexual, Emotional, and Spiritual:2.     All Encompassing Abuse: Verbal, Emotional, and Spiritual:3.     The Neglect

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