Myths Of The Self
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Myths Of The Self
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Author : Olav Bryant Smith
language : en
Publisher: Lexington Books
Release Date : 2004
Myths Of The Self written by Olav Bryant Smith and has been published by Lexington Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2004 with Philosophy categories.
According to Olav Bryant Smith, Kant's "critical philosophy," precisely his defense of necessary knowledge, inadvertantly opened the door to discussions of interpretive philosophy and ultimately postmodernity. This unique opening to a discussion of postmodern thought framesMyths of the Self: Narrative Identity and Postmodern Metaphysics. Author Olav Smith uses process philosophy, specifically the constructive postmodern metaphysics of Alfred North Whitehead, to move away from the skepticism of modernity. This maneuver, along with an invigorating discussion of not often paired philosophers: Kant, Heidegger, Whitehead, and Ricoeur, leads readers into a discussion of the self that is a synthesis of a narrative theory of identity and a constructive "postmodern" metaphysics. Smith's original approach to Kant'sCritique of Reason, his unique pairing of Heidegger and Whitehead as well as Whitehead and Ricoeur makes this book essential reading for philisophers working in the Continental and especially the Analytic American tradition.
Psychobabble
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Author : Stephen Briers
language : en
Publisher: Pearson UK
Release Date : 2012-12-14
Psychobabble written by Stephen Briers and has been published by Pearson UK this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-12-14 with Self-Help categories.
Exposing the self-help myths that make us all more miserable. This is what your psychologist would really tell you–if he thought you could handle it! This is the kick up the backside the self-help genre needs: an intelligent, provocative and thought-provoking expose of the modern myths that we’re told make us happier, but in reality screw us up. Clinical psychologist, Dr Stephen Briers shines a light into the dark corners of self-help and explodes the myths, false hopes, quack philosophies and unrealistic expectations it routinely advocates. It is a refreshing antidote to the `same old same old’ approaches, offering a radical re-think of the way we approach problems in our lives, offering empowering new perspectives and expert advice on avoiding the biggest life traps. Dr Briers questions the perceived wisdom, shakes up the status quo, and encourages us to think again. The full text downloaded to your computer With eBooks you can: search for key concepts, words and phrases make highlights and notes as you study share your notes with friends eBooks are downloaded to your computer and accessible either offline through the Bookshelf (available as a free download), available online and also via the iPad and Android apps. Upon purchase, you'll gain instant access to this eBook. Time limit The eBooks products do not have an expiry date. You will continue to access your digital ebook products whilst you have your Bookshelf installed.
The Stories We Live By
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Author : Dan P. McAdams
language : en
Publisher: William Morrow
Release Date : 1993
The Stories We Live By written by Dan P. McAdams and has been published by William Morrow this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1993 with Identity (Psychology) categories.
"Who am I?" "How do I fit in the world around me?" This revealing and innovative book demonstrates that each of us discovers what is true and meaningful, in our lives and in ourselves, through the creation of personal myths. Challenging the traditional view that our personalities are formed by fixed, unchanging characteristics, or by predictable stages through which every individual travels, "The Stories We Live By" persuasively argues that we "are" the stories we tell. Informed by extensive scientific research--yet highly readable, engaging, and accessible--the book explores how understanding and revising our personal stories can open up new possibilities for our lives.
Overcoming The Myth Of Self Worth
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Author : Richard LeRoy Franklin
language : en
Publisher: Richard L Franklin
Release Date : 1994-03-01
Overcoming The Myth Of Self Worth written by Richard LeRoy Franklin and has been published by Richard L Franklin this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1994-03-01 with Psychology categories.
Personal Mythology
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Author : David Feinstein
language : en
Publisher: Tarcher
Release Date : 1988
Personal Mythology written by David Feinstein and has been published by Tarcher this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1988 with Actualisation de soi categories.
Embracing a new approach to classic spiritual themes, Personal Mythology blends elements of modern psychology and ancient mythology to provide a new setting for the discovery of our "personal myths", the unconscious stories we tell ourselves about who we are and who we can become.
The Myth Of Self Enquiry
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Author : Jan Kersschot
language : en
Publisher: New Harbinger Publications
Release Date : 2007-07-06
The Myth Of Self Enquiry written by Jan Kersschot and has been published by New Harbinger Publications this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2007-07-06 with Body, Mind & Spirit categories.
“Probably you believe you are a person reading these very words right now. Maybe you also see yourself as a spiritual seeker. You've been to sacred places, followed yoga or meditation, maybe you've been involved in a group of seekers with similar interests. Probably you've invested a lot in this search for the ultimate truth. Maybe you feel you have been close to finding your true nature, and still ... something is lacking. What if this search leads you nowhere because the seeker who wants to achieve ‘it’ is itself a concept? Have you ever investigated the existence of the investigator you believe you are? The seeker you believe yourself to be will not like this book. Seekers do not want to learn that that their search for enlightenment is just a game of their ego. They don't like to see that their spiritual enquiry is endless and that their goal of finding their ‘true nature’ is a myth.” Jan Kersschot graduated in medicine from Antwerp University, Belgium. His lifelong quest for the ultimate truth was characterized by his interest in a wisdom which does not exclude anything or anyone. Blending the core of Eastern wisdom with a contemporary Western lifestyle, Jan shows in this collection of extraordinary dialogues how the popular myths about self inquiry and enlightenment can be unmasked. He is the author of the books, Coming Home, Nobody Home and This Is It.
Classical Myth And Psychoanalysis
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Author : Vanda Zajko
language : en
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Release Date : 2013-06-27
Classical Myth And Psychoanalysis written by Vanda Zajko and has been published by Oxford University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-06-27 with History categories.
Since Freud published the Interpretation of Dreams in 1900 and utilized Sophocles' Oedipus Rex to work through his developing ideas about the psycho-sexual development of children, it has been virtually impossible to think about psychoanalysis without reference to classical myth. Myth has the capacity to transcend the context of any particular retelling, continuing to transform our understanding of the present. Throughout the twentieth century, experts on the ancient world have turned to the insights of psychoanalytic criticism to supplement and inform their readings of classical myth and literature. This volume examines the inter-relationship of classical myth and psychoanalysis from the generation before Freud to the present day, engaging with debates about the role of classical myth in modernity, the importance of psychoanalytic ideas for cultural critique, and its ongoing relevance to ways of conceiving the self. The chapters trace the historical roots of terms in everyday usage, such as narcissism and the phallic symbol, in the reception of Classical Greece, and cover a variety of both classical and psychoanalytic texts.
Beyond The Myth Of Self Esteem
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Author : John Kevin Smith
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2014-12
Beyond The Myth Of Self Esteem written by John Kevin Smith and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-12 with Faith categories.
The Woman Who Pretended To Be Who She Was
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Author : Mircea Eliade Distinguished Service Professor of the History of Religions Wendy Doniger
language : en
Publisher: Oxford University Press on Demand
Release Date : 2005
The Woman Who Pretended To Be Who She Was written by Mircea Eliade Distinguished Service Professor of the History of Religions Wendy Doniger and has been published by Oxford University Press on Demand this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2005 with Religion categories.
Many cultures have myths about self-imitation, stories about people who pretend to be someone else pretending to be them, in effect masquerading as themselves. This great theme, in literature and in life, tells us that people put on masks to discover who they really are under the masks they usually wear, so that the mask reveals rather than conceals the self beneath the self.In this book, noted scholar of Hinduism and mythology Wendy Doniger offers a cross-cultural exploration of the theme of self-impersonation, whose widespread occurrence argues for both its literary power and its human value. The stories she considers range from ancient Indian literature through medieval European courtly literature and Shakespeare to Hollywood and Bollywood. They illuminate a basic human way of negotiating reality, illusion, identity, and authenticity, not to mention memory, amnesia, and the process of aging. Many of them involve marriage and adultery, for tales of sexual betrayal cut to the heart of the crisis of identity.These stories are extreme examples of what we common folk do, unconsciously, every day. Few of us actually put on masks that replicate our faces, but it is not uncommon for us to become travesties of ourselves, particularly as we age and change. We often slip carelessly across the permeable boundary between the un-self-conscious self-indulgence of our most idiosyncratic mannerisms and the conscious attempt to give the people who know us, personally or publicly, the version of ourselves that they expect. Myths of self-imitation open up for us the possibility of multiple selves and the infinite regress of self-discovery.Drawing on a dizzying array of tales-some fact, some fiction-The Woman Who Pretended to Be Who She Was is a fascinating and learned trip through centuries of culture, guided by a scholar of incomparable wit and erudition.
Self Compassion
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Author : Kristin Neff
language : en
Publisher: Hachette UK
Release Date : 2011-07-07
Self Compassion written by Kristin Neff and has been published by Hachette UK this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011-07-07 with Self-Help categories.
Kristin Neff PhD, is a professor in human development whose 10 years' of research forms the basis of her timely and highly readable book. Self Compassion offers a powerful solution for combating the current malaise of depression, anxiety and self criticism that comes with living in a pressured and competitive culture. Through tried and tested exercises and audio downloads, readers learn the 3 core components that will help replace negative and destructive measures of self worth and success with a kinder and non judgemental approach in order to bring about profound life change and deeper happiness. Self Compassion recognises that we all have weaknesses and limitations, but in accepting this we can discover new ways to achieve improved self confidence, contentment and reach our highest potential. Simply, easily and compassionately. Kristin Neff's expert and practical advice offers a completely new set of personal development tools that will benefit everyone. 'A portable friend to all readers ... who need to learn that the Golden Rule works only if it's reversible: We must learn to treat ourselves as well as we wish to treat others.' Gloria Steinem 'A beautiful book that helps us all see the way to cure the world - one person at a time - starting with yourself. Read it and start the journey.' Rosie O'Donnell