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How your ego is affecting your mental health | iHASCO
“Your ego takes you away from the present moment. Imagine living your whole life thinking about the past and the future, and then realising at the end that all you ever had was the present moment – but you were too stuck in your head to fully engage your senses and enjoy the world around you. Here’s how you can identify when your ego kicks in…”
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Narcissism: Symptoms and Signs
Other signs include:
- A sense of self-importance, exaggerating their achievements and talents
- A preoccupation with fantasies of success, power, or brilliance
- A belief that they’re more special or unique than others and should only associate with other high-status people
- Envy of others or the belief that others are envious of them
- Insisting they have the best of everything
- Feeling they deserve privileges and special treatment
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We Dislike Hypocrites Because They Deceive Us
“Perhaps the most critical piece of evidence for the theory of hypocrisy as false signaling is that people disliked hypocrites more than so-called ‘honest hypocrites.’ In a fourth online study, the researchers tested perceptions of ‘honest hypocrites,’ who — like traditional hypocrites — condemn behaviors that they engage in, but who also admit that they sometimes commit those behaviors. ‘The extent to which people forgive honest hypocrites was striking to us,’ says Jordan. ‘These honest hypocrites are seen as no worse than people who commit the same transgressions but keep their mouths shut and refrain from judging others for doing the same — suggesting that the entirety of our dislike for hypocrites can be attributed to the fact that they falsely signal their virtue.’”
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How self-deception allows people to lie
We lie to ourselves to protect our self-images, which allows us to act immorally while maintaining a clear conscience. According to the very latest research, self-deception may have even evolved to help us to persuade others; if we start believing our own lies, it’s much easier to get other people to believe them, too.
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I Am Your Father
People who call themselves “Father” without formal religious authority might be perceived as self-important because they are assuming a title that traditionally signifies spiritual leadership, wisdom, and authority. Here are some reasons why this can come across as self-important:
- Claiming Authority Without Recognition – In established religious traditions, “Father” is a title earned through ordination. When someone uses it without being part of a recognized institution, it can seem like they are elevating themselves without legitimate backing.
- Seeking Influence – Some individuals adopt the title to gain followers or exert influence over others, positioning themselves as a source of wisdom or spiritual guidance.
- Creating a Persona – Some may use “Father” as part of a self-styled image to appear more enlightened, powerful, or special compared to ordinary people.
- Manipulation or Cult Behavior – In extreme cases, self-proclaimed religious leaders use the title to control or manipulate others, demanding loyalty and obedience.
Of course, not everyone who calls themselves “Father” without official status is necessarily self-important. Some might do it for harmless personal reasons or cultural traditions. However, when someone adopts a title that implies authority without earning it through recognized means, it can raise questions about their motivations.
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A Psychologist Explains Why We Lie To Ourselves—And Offers 2 Fixes
“The chilling truth behind self-deception is its unconscious control over our psyche. We genuinely believe our lies and rationalize our antagonistic actions. However, its long-term consequences far outweigh its short-term benefits.”
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Thinking is difficult, that’s why most people judge.
—Carl Gustav Jung
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“One does not become enlightened by imagining figures of light, but by making the darkness conscious.”
— C.G. Jung
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The Deeper Meaning of Jealousy: A Psychological Exploration | Mindful Health Solutions
“To better understand and address jealous feelings, we need to look deeper into what causes them. Jealousy is often rooted in insecurities and fears that a person may not even realize they have. These could include fear of oversimplification, fear of inadequacy, fear of abandonment, fear of being replaced, and fear of being judged. By recognizing what lies beneath jealous behaviors, we can look into ways to manage them better.”
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The age of envy: how to be happy when everyone else’s life looks perfect
“But with the advent of social media, says Ethan Kross, professor of psychology at the University of Michigan who studies the impact of Facebook on our wellbeing, ‘envy is being taken to an extreme’. We are constantly bombarded by ‘Photoshopped lives’, he says, ‘and that exerts a toll on us the likes of which we have never experienced in the history of our species. And it is not particularly pleasant.’”
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Why people fall for bullshit, according to a scientist
“The difference between bullshit and lying is that bullshit is constructed without any concern for the truth. It’s designed to impress rather than inform. And then lying, of course, is very concerned with the truth — but subverting it.”
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“Don’t be confused between what people say you are and who you know you are.”
— Oprah Winfrey
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The Male Ego: Definition, Causes, Tips, and More
“The male ego can in some cases be tied to how and where a man sees his place in the world and whether he’s living up to expectations — his and those of society.
Cultural stereotypes for men can be intricately tied to both the inflation and deflation of the male ego. Some men measure themselves by the answers to the following questions:
Am I strong enough? Am I wealthy enough? Do I meet the traditional definition of masculinity? Do I attract women? Do I control things or people? Do people recognize me for these things and am I respected and revered for them?”