Podcast Episode Details

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

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Season 1 Episode 135

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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.

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Published on 9 months, 2 weeks ago