The Psychology of Projection – Are You Seeing Yourself in Others?

In this episode we dive deep into Carl Jung's concept of projection—the unconscious mechanism where we attribute our own unwanted thoughts, feelings, or traits to others. 🔍 Key Highlights:What is Projection? Understanding how and why we project our hidden emotions onto others.Real-Life Examples: From jealous friends to defensive partners, discover how projection shapes relationships and perceptions.The Shadow Self: How Jung's concept of the Shadow explains why we struggle to face our flaws.How Projection Distorts Reality: The dangers of unrecognized projection and how it creates false narratives.Overcoming Projection: Practical steps like self-reflection, shadow work, and radical honesty to reclaim self-awareness and break free from projection. 💭 Thought Experiments & Metaphors:The “dirty window” analogy to explain distorted perceptions.The “backpack of shadows” to illustrate the burden of unexamined traits.The “mirror question”—a tool for identifying moments of projection. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking deeper self-awareness and personal growth. By the end, you’ll have the tools to recognize projection, face your Shadow, and take greater control over how you perceive the world. https://amzn.to/4cJjMbu https://amzn.to/3Xbkxo0 https://amzn.to/4cKiltb https://www.thevanquishlabel.com/ https://www.instagram.com/the_vanquish_label/