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gratification
30 Apr
8

Delaying Gratification: The Good, The Bad, and the Downright Dangerous

Posted by Gary Trosclair 8 Comments

Some people just don’t know when to have a good time.  They habitually put off […]

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demand sensitivity
02 Apr
10

What, Exactly, Do They Want From You? How The Demand Sensitivity Lens Mucks Up Our Lives

Posted by Gary Trosclair 4 Comments

Some time ago I came across the concept of demand sensitivity, a psychological lens which […]

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obsessing
03 Mar
4

There Will Be Roosters: A Personal Story about Obsessing

Posted by Gary Trosclair 8 Comments

Obsessing occurs when the capacity to focus and solve a problem by thinking runs into […]

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archetype of the saint
19 Feb
4

What Happens When a Compulsive Meets the Archetype of the Saint

Posted by Gary Trosclair 2 Comments

This is the first of an occasional series on the relationship between archetypes and the […]

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passive-aggressive
04 Feb
4

Am I Being Passive-Aggressive? How to Know—and What to Do About It

Posted by Gary Trosclair No Comments

Wondering if you’re being passive-aggressive? Learn how to spot the signs, understand your hidden motives, and shift toward more conscious, assertive communication.

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punishment
29 Jan
3

Beyond the Switch: The Dark and Subtle Side of Punishment

Posted by Gary Trosclair 2 Comments

Explore the true motivations behind punishment, its impact on relationships and society, and learn how to cultivate awareness to prevent destructive tendencies. Discover healthier ways to handle conflict and promote genuine justice.

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mastery motivation
14 Jan
4

Why Compulsives Need Mastery in Their Lives

Posted by Gary Trosclair 3 Comments

In my last post I harped about the importance of people with obsessive-compulsive personality consciously […]

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priorities
31 Dec
9

OCPD: A Disorder of Priorities

Posted by Gary Trosclair 3 Comments

Since we’re beginning a new year, I thought it might be a good time to […]

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what is shame
10 Dec
2

What Is Shame and What’s the Best Way to Deal With It?

Posted by Gary Trosclair 2 Comments

I recently posted about the benefits of self-compassion in lowering the depression that perfectionism causes. […]

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self-compassion
05 Nov
7

Self-Compassion: The Evidenced-Based Antidote to Maladaptive Perfectionism

Posted by Gary Trosclair 4 Comments

Imagine two perfectionists. When Estella feels that she’s fallen short of her standards, she puts […]

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