Democracy rests on the wisdom and mental health of the people. Yet emotional and behavioral dysfunction is rampant across the land, starting with legislators in Washington, D.C. The U.S. Congress has a 16 percent approval rating for a reason: a significant number of its … [Read more...] about Neurotics on Capitol Hill
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When Life Becomes Unreal and Dreamlike
Many millions of people frequently experience themselves in a pronounced state of unreality, in what can be described as an out-of-body, vague, dreamlike mental-emotional condition. This affliction—known as depersonalization—gets little attention in the media. Yet it is, in … [Read more...] about When Life Becomes Unreal and Dreamlike
Neurosis Unbound
One of the obstacles to human progress is the widespread extent of neurosis. It’s important that we clearly see the nature of this psychological impairment—this common virus of the psyche—in order to overcome it. Amid the world’s turmoil, we need signposts for orientation and … [Read more...] about Neurosis Unbound
The Golden Rule Needs Depth Psychology
The Golden Rule, which invokes us to treat others as we would like to be treated, is the cornerstone of social order and the foundation of civilization. Fortunately, we usually make some effort to abide by it. Unfortunately, though, the Golden Rule gets broken on a regular basis. … [Read more...] about The Golden Rule Needs Depth Psychology
Vital Knowledge for Marriage Intimacy
There’s a reason men and women are creating better marriages than ever before. We’re living in the era of what some have termed self-expressive marriages. Many married people are now more interested than ever in personal growth and self-fulfillment, and they see marriage as a … [Read more...] about Vital Knowledge for Marriage Intimacy