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The Role of Intuition Faith and Science in the Life of Bishop Robert Grosseteste

The Role of Intuition Faith and Science in the Life of Bishop Robert Grosseteste

by | Jul 5, 2024 | ,

Robert Grosseteste and the Medieval Roots of the Science-Spirituality Dialogue Robert Grosseteste (c. 1175-1253) was an English theologian, philosopher, and scientist who played a significant role in the development of scientific thought in medieval Europe. His ideas about the nature of light, the cosmos, and the relationship between God and creation can be seen as early precursors to the modern science-spirituality dialogue. Grosseteste's Theory of Light One of Grosseteste's most influential ideas was his theory...

The Dreamtime as a Cosmological Metaphor for the Human Psyche

The Dreamtime as a Cosmological Metaphor for the Human Psyche

by | Jul 5, 2024 | ,

The Dreamtime as a Cosmological Metaphor for the Human Psyche The concept of the Dreamtime in Aboriginal Australian culture offers a profound and illuminating perspective on the nature of the human psyche. By exploring the parallels between the Dreamtime and psychological processes, we can gain a deeper understanding of the mind's inner workings and the ways in which it creates and shapes our reality. This paper will delve into the idea that the Dreamtime serves as a cosmological metaphor for the psyche, where...

Insights into the Origins of Architecture and Psyche

Insights into the Origins of Architecture and Psyche

by | Jul 5, 2024 | , , ,

Birth of Psyche Through the Invention of Architecture Key Ideas: The invention of architecture during the Neolithic period marked a significant shift in human psychology and religion, creating a division between natural and man-made spaces and giving rise to new concepts of ownership, territoriality, and sacred spaces. The relationship between architecture and the awareness of death is explored, with the idea that built structures allowed humans to create a sense of permanence and continuity in the face of...

The Divided Mind and the Quest for Meaning Part 2

The Divided Mind and the Quest for Meaning Part 2

by | Jul 1, 2024 | , , ,

The Divided Mind and the Quest for Meaning     Part 1    Part 2     >Part 3< The Meta-Modern Mind in a Technological Age As we explore the evolution of human thought and culture, it becomes clear that the themes of the divided mind and the misappropriation of metaphor play out not only in individual psychology but also on a larger scale through cultural movements and political tides. Just as individuals struggle to reconcile their subjective experiences with objective reality, societies grapple with the...

The Religious Impulse: How Trauma and Misappropriated Intuition Fuel Conspiracy Theories

The Religious Impulse: How Trauma and Misappropriated Intuition Fuel Conspiracy Theories

by | Jul 1, 2024 | , , ,

The Divided Mind and the Quest for Meaning     Part 1    > Part 2 <     Part 3 The Misappropriation of Metaphor: How Trauma and Bias Can Distort Our Understanding of Reality Main Ideas and Key Points: The human psyche is shaped by millions of years of evolutionary history, and the conflict between the rational, conscious mind and the deeper, instinctual layers of being is a key challenge of the human condition. The evolutionary development of the human brain has led to the emergence of the "reptilian"...

The Divided Mind and the Quest for Meaning

The Divided Mind and the Quest for Meaning

by | Jul 1, 2024 | , , ,

The Divided Mind and the Quest for Meaning     >Part 1 <     Part 2       Part 3 Navigating the Complexity of Human Consciousness The Internal Struggle of the Human Psyche In the landscape of human consciousness, a profound and often tumultuous battle rages - a conflict between our subjective, intuitive experiences and our objective, rational understanding of the world. This internal struggle, which lies at the core of our psyche, has been a subject of fascination for philosophers, psychologists, and...

The Ultimate Guide to Starting a Successful Private Practice as a Therapist

The Ultimate Guide to Starting a Successful Private Practice as a Therapist

by | Jun 28, 2024 | , ,

How do you go into private practice as a therapist? Download this article as a pdf Section 1: Deciding on Insurance Acceptance One of the first decisions you'll need to make when starting your private practice is whether to accept insurance. If you choose to accept insurance, you'll need to create a CAQH (Council for Affordable Quality Healthcare) profile and apply to each insurance company individually. This process can be time-consuming, often taking 3-6 months from start to finish. Some therapists opt to hire...

What is Dissociation?

What is Dissociation?

by | Jun 28, 2024 |

Unveiling the Complexities of Dissociation: Theories, Brain Processes, Types, and Treatment Options Dissociation is a perplexing and often misunderstood mental phenomenon that has captured the attention of researchers, clinicians, and the general public alike. It is characterized by a profound sense of disconnection between one's thoughts, emotions, memories, and sense of self. Dissociation exists on a spectrum, ranging from mild and transient experiences, such as daydreaming, to severe and persistent conditions,...

Games Part 2: Society as a Game, Gamification as A Virus

Games Part 2: Society as a Game, Gamification as A Virus

by | Jun 17, 2024 | ,

  Key Ideas The purpose and point of games in human motivation and well-being Transactional analysis and the psychology of human relationships Unconscious games and their role in shaping behavior and emotions Gamification and its impact on intrinsic motivation and engagement The role of games in personal growth and self-discovery The use of games in psychotherapy and mental health treatment The dangers of destructive societal games and hyper-competitive systems The gamification of social and economic systems...

The Illusion of Progress: How Psychotherapy Lost Its Way

The Illusion of Progress: How Psychotherapy Lost Its Way

by | Jun 16, 2024 | , , ,

Key Points: Psychotherapy is facing an identity and purpose crisis in the era of market-driven healthcare, as depth, nuance, and the therapeutic relationship are being displaced by cost containment, standardization, and mass-reproducibility. This crisis stems from a shift in notions of the self and therapy's aims, shaped by the rise of neoliberal capitalism and consumerism. The "empty self" plagued by inner lack pursues fulfillment through goods, experiences, and attainments. Mainstream psychotherapy largely...