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The Price Paid for Being the Perfect Child February 6, 2012 . 9 Comments
Being considered a “perfect child” by one’s parents feels fantastic. Basking in the glow from parents’ approval and love can feel safe and special, like one is living in a magical ... Read More
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Following in a Parent’s Footsteps
November 7, 2011 .
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“Like father, like son.” “Like mother, like daughter.” These sentiments are often expressed with great joy and pride. Many parents are delighted and honored when ... Read More
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Jung & Poetry: Full, Embodied Living July 22, 2011 . 6 Comments
Everything that irritates [or intrigues] us about others can lead us to a better understanding of ourselves. -C.G. Jung As we mature finding ways to relate to and communicate with the ... Read More
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The Fear of Hurting the Other and the Inhibition of Self July 19, 2011 . 19 Comments
Even when it is unintended, some people find it intolerable to hurt someone they love. To experience hurting the other can create shame, guilt and strong “I am a bad person” feelings. ... Read More
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The Undeveloped Self and the Difficulty of Relationship May 9, 2011 . 6 Comments
When we describe the relationship between mother and infant, we understand that baby and mother are one. In that symbiotic relationship, there is merger. There are not two separate selves ... Read More
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Developing Mutual Concern between Mother and Child December 6, 2010 . 10 Comments
When a baby is born the process of Separation/Individuation begins. First, baby and mother are one. Mother has the wish to love and protect her baby. She wants to keep her from physical ... Read More
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Individuation Experiences and Relationship Problems
November 18, 2010 .
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What is the relationship between having a problem with your significant other and not having individuated successfully? Successful individuation means that you have navigated into young ... Read More
