Mama’s boys The phenomenon of “mama’s boys” and the concept of “men being in love with their mothers” has been a topic of debate in the psychological community for decades. First, it’s important to understand that this type of love is not the healthy and natural love that a child has for their mother. Rather,…
Fear of making a mistake Fear of making a mistake is a psychological problem that affects many people. It can be a debilitating fear that can prevent individuals from taking risks and achieving their full potential. One of the main causes of fear of making mistakes is the deep-rooted belief that making mistakes is a…
Psychedelic psychotherapy Psychedelic psychotherapy, which involves the use of psychedelic substances for therapeutic purposes, is attracting increasing interest among psychotherapists, researchers, and the public. Recently, one substance in particular has attracted attention – psilocybin. Psilocybin is a psychoactive substance that occurs naturally in certain types of mushrooms, and is most often used in the form…
Karpman’s Triangle – Rescuer, Victim, Persecutor The Karpman Triangle, also known as the Drama Triangle, is a model created by psychiatrist Stephen Karpman to explain how people can get caught up in negative interpersonal dynamics. The triangle consists of three roles: Victim, Persecutor, and Rescuer. Each role represents a different position that people can take…
Media Manipulation and How to Be Aware of It The media is a powerful tool for informing the public and shaping public opinion. However, given that the media is susceptible to manipulation, it becomes difficult to distinguish truth from lies or bias from objectivity. Therefore, it is important to learn how to recognize media manipulation…
Alcoholism – What “Games” Do Alcoholics Play? Alcoholism within Berne’s central thesis brings the idea that alcoholics engage in what he calls “games,” which are repetitive and predictable patterns of behavior designed to satisfy emotional needs. These games are often manipulative and can be harmful to the individual and those around them. Eric Berne’s book…
Relationships – How to Choose the Right Partner? Relationships are a very complex phenomenon. One of the most common problems I encounter in working with clients is the problem of choosing a partner. Many people face the problem of choosing the wrong person as a partner, and then after a while they feel disappointed and…
What is Gaslighting Gaslighting is a form of psychological manipulation that aims to undermine and damage the self-confidence and self-esteem of another person, causing them to begin to doubt their perception of reality. This can be done in a variety of ways, including persistently denying someone’s experiences, emotions, and thoughts, often distorting them and presenting…
What games do drug addicts play The book “What games do drug addicts play” by Zoran Milivojević provides a deep insight into the psychological and social mechanisms underlying the problem of drug addiction. The author presents us with the main characteristics of the behavior of drug addicts and their mutual relationships. One of the key…
Setting Boundaries and Taking Care of Yourself Setting margins with other people is an important aspect of our emotional and psychological health. Boundaries are boundaries that we set to define our needs, values, and boundaries that others will not cross. Setting this can be difficult, but they are essential for building healthy relationships. Setting margins…
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