Our first individual defense mechanism! Let's talk about Acting Out (the immediate transmutation of emotion to action...
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3.12a. Transference, Projection, Monkey-barring, Displacement
This podcast episode explores various forms of transference in relationships and mental health, including projection, monkey-barring, and displacement. It discusses how these cognitive patterns can affect interpersonal dynamics and therapy outcomes. The episode emphasizes the importance of self-reflection and critical thinking in recognizing and addressing these patterns for improved emotional intelligence and relationship health.
TRANSFERENCE VIDEO!
Been working on an all new experience for you, including animated videos! Let's talk about Transference in the highest...
Transcript | Emotional Transference, Displacement, Projection, Monkey-barring
Hey Fuckers! I’m going to talk at you for a minute before we get into the episode. Because I feel like we need to...
Emotional Transference, Displacement, Projection, and Monkey-barring
"You should do an episode on Transference," one of y'all said. I resisted, until "Displacement" became a point of...
Community Discussion! Are relationships on your to-do list, or has isolation been too relieving?
There's a time for going solo AND many benefits to connecting with others... So where do you land these days? Let's...
Community discussion! How do YOU feel about close, connective relationships?
We've been talking about relationships from a semi-avoidant perspective... but where have YOU settled with your...
Special release | “Ah Hell Naw” Learned obstacles to forming close relationships
This podcast episode explores the challenges trauma survivors face in forming close relationships. It discusses how past experiences create fears around vulnerability, intimacy, and trust, leading to isolation and loneliness. The episode examines the internal conflicts and self-protective behaviors that can sabotage connections, offering insights into the complex dynamics of relationships for those with PTSD or complex trauma.
Video Bittle: Do you “Isolate” or “Insulate”?
When shit goes down, we tend to disappear. But… really, isolation is the last thing we need or fundamentally want. So what’s the deal?
What if we weren’t aiming for “isolating,” actually. But attempting to find “insulation” from all the triggers we can’t handle.
And here’s a worksheet version of that “Attachment Program Development” Video
In case you wanted to stick these shitty drawings somewhere for later reference.... Like, when your family, partner,...
VISUALIZE: Neuro- Attachment Style Development, Triggers, and Transience
You know, I said I was going to make visuals and videos. And I’m a MF of my word.
Here’s my (less dirty) mug, and the ways I tend to visualize the neuro-development, maintenance, and routine triggerings of relationship behavioral instructions (AKA attachment strategies).
✭✭✭✭ 5.19 Family Brain Hijinks (Pt III of Brain Patterning Series)
This episode explores the intricate relationship between family dynamics, neural networks, and generational trauma. It delves into how early childhood experiences shape our brain patterns and influence our adult relationships. The discussion covers mental abuse tactics, the challenges of maintaining boundaries with toxic family members, and the potential benefits of limiting or cutting contact. Understanding these mechanisms can help individuals recognize unhealthy patterns and make informed decisions about their family relationships in the context of trauma recovery.
Fragmented Relationships from Fragmented Selves; Good vs Bad
You know those times when you can’t escape a particular person, place, thing, or idea? Everywhere you go, you hear...
✭✭ 4.15 “Fragmented” Relationships
Expanding on fragmented personality via lessons from Janina Fisher and John Welwood (TMFR recommended authors). One of...
Friendship Dissolutions
So this is normally my school day, but I’m feeling the need to dig into something else this morning. The past events...
4.11 Friendship Dissolutions
Ever lose, you know, your best friends in a time of trauma responsiveness and spend years ruminating about it? Yeah,...