...unconscious mind, term for thoughts or motives that lie beyond a person’s normal awareness but that can be made available through psychoanalysis. Any repressed sexual desires, aggressive impulses, or irrational thoughts and feelings are reportedly stored in your unconscious. I believe that people have an unconscious mind, most of the time we vouch for ourselves that our we are in control. We are driven to behave the way we do, and we are seldom in control. Unbelievable, but I think it is true. When we think before we decide or act, we do so with our conscious mind. But life is full of actions at every step and every moment, not all of which are results of our conscious decisions. There are several actions which are controlled by the subconscious mind. We are not in control of the actions governed by our subconscious mind. Understanding this can actually help us better understand people around us. It can help us improve relations. We do certain things out of conscious mind, whereas most of our actions are dependent on the subconscious mind. They are like reflex action in some ways, but different in many ways. In case of physical reflex action, there is some action or disturbance in or around you, and before you know or you realize it, your body reacts to the disturbance. But immediately after the reflex action, you know how your body has reacted. However in case of subconscious behavior or the mental reflex action, most often, our conscious mind is not even aware that we have...
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...Who Was Almost a Man” Zora Neale Hurston and Richard Wright were distinguished black writers from the Harlem Renaissance of the 1920s. Coming only two generations after slavery, this was an amazing resurgence of black creativity in all fields from writing, art, dance, and music to philosophy, history, and the social and natural sciences. The Harlem Renaissance died out with the Great Depression, but it has left behind a lasting legacy for all Americans including these powerful stories. One idea that emerged from the Harlem Renaissance was called "double consciousness." This theory developed by writer-activist W. E. B. DuBois articulated the psychological effects of living under racism. DuBois's theory focused on the ways that blacks who were confronted with stereotypes but also were aware of a reality of black life much different from the stereotypes lived with both of these conflicting modes of thought. Double consciousness is an idea that seeks to explain the effects of segregation and racism in the daily lives of blacks, and can be seen in the choices Harlem Renaissance artists made. Harlem renaissance authors wrote during a time of self-awareness, which also included an awareness of self as perceived by others, primarily through the eyes of racism. The language choices made by these authors reflect this duality, as the characters "code switch" (a linguistic term for the way people use both dialect and Standard English in different circumstances) between Black English and...
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...Sigmund Freud Sigmund Freud's most important works are his studies regarding the driving force of the libido, the adult psyche's reaction to childhood experiences as well as theories of dreams and the unconscious mind. By instituting the first logical explanation of internal mental forces affecting human behavior, the theories of Sigmund Freud represented the beginning of modern psychology. Sigmund Freud took the human mind and divided it into three parts, where he compared them to an iceberg. They are conscious, p which was the part that was above surface, this shows awareness, preconscious, .and unconscious. The top of the iceberg would represent conscious which represents awareness, preconscious just below the surface would represent information that should be current but not currently used, and unconscious which is at the bottom of the iceberg which would represent storage. Sigmund Freud divided personality into three systems which interact to govern human behavior. Sigmund Freud’s traits and environment might have helped him develop many of his theories based on his own life. The actuality of being in love with his mother and envious of his father was considered by him a universal event in his early childhood, even if not so early as in children who have been made hysterical. His wishes, mingled with guilt and desire because he wanted to avoid the family demeanor the narrow-mindedness and poverty of living conditions he had known in his youth and getting farther than...
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...Human and Machine Intelligence: Team Assignment Phil/443 Human and Machine Intelligence Axiology is a philosophical approach in which values and valued judgement are the main focus. This says includes ethics- the good things and the bad things that we each value on a different level. There are different beliefs, religions, and different rules that we each value on a daily basis. The fact that their have been goals set in a machine obtaining artificial intelligence is a very good thing that has been developing over the years. This is something that is definitely valued by most people in the world today, and in my opinion machines makes life much easier. “Axiology is the study of value or goodness, in its widest sense. The distinction is commonly made between that which is valuable for its own sake and that which is valuable only as means to something else, which itself may be extrinsically or intrinsically valuable.”(Axiology.(2013).In Encyclopaedia Britannica. Retrieved from http://www.britannica.com. Goals are plans that require a commitment in order to get the desired result. The goal of artificial intelligence was to build a machine that could possibly do what the human being couldn’t. This goal has changed tremendously over the years because it has been seen and clarified that it is not as easy as it seemed it would be in the beginning. Though these machines are not very far from artificial intelligence, the human brain can help it to get to that point. The current...
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...Heim Book Report Part 1 Chapter 3 Power Plays (Pg. 50-51) 1. How would you feel? I feel very disappointed because boss is supposed to be a great leader to help me to lead a better direction. I become to realized the terms with the fact that my boss will never be the leader he appeared to be during the interview, my boss should teach or show me what leadership is all about and how to become a great leader. Instead he is using me to do all of his pointless work that won’t lead me anywhere good. 2. How would you act? I would act like it does not really bothers me in front of his friends or my co-workers, because I want to act mature about it and make sure I am calm and collected to my boss. I would find any possible way to communicate my boss how I feel about it in a quiet and undisturbed place so that I have his complete attention. I began to explain my boss the changes that would make working conditions better, and make a happier atmosphere of positive changes. 3. Would your reaction be consonant with female or male culture? I think my reaction be consonant with the male culture, because it is important to know is not simply the ability to get things done, and use their power by ordering the others around you to underscore their leadership position. It is also important why they are in a leadership position in the first place, and how are they going to make a difference to help others in a better direction and get things done. My reaction is looking for someone...
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...where people of shared beliefs gather to connect with themselves and those around them and show their gratitude for the blessings in their lives. This is how I see running. It’s place where I can go to give thanks for the gifts I have been given. Even though running may not be a religion it’s my retreat, it’s my place to commune with God and myself, and a place for psychological and spiritual renewal. Running is helping me find myself in the world. Running gives back so many things… it gives me the opportunity to appreciate nature, develop a relationship with others, see how things in the universe connect, and meditate to quiet my mind. It’s a spirituality I couldn’t find any where else. When I’m running there is heightened state of consciousness almost a zen running… some may call it being in the zone, but I see it as spiritual thing. When I’m spiritually running I’m connected with the world… there is a greater sense of awareness and appreciation that makes me a stronger, more confident runner and a more content individual. Running also gives me the ultimate power of freedom. Being able to control my body and proving to the world that I don’t need anyone. Just like Jesse Owens said, “I always loved running...it was something you could do by yourself, and under your own power. You could go in any direction, fast or slow as you wanted, fighting the wind if you felt like it, seeking out new sights...
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...that he came to a halt in writing, and needed to come up with something. He fell asleep and had a very scary nightmare; he awoke terrified and delighted, all at the same time. It would be safe to say that we’ve all had dreams reflecting on a current situation or problem, especially ones that weigh on us the heaviest. We can draw a conclusion to our problems from dreams, which is also what he relates to his readers. King describes the writing process similar to digging up an artifact, all of the materials are already on his mind; he just has to extract what parts he needs and where to put them. He does not believe that we have a separate subconscious and consciousness, as a result, King asserts. “In a Freudian sense, I don’t think there is any subconscious and unconscious where things are going on. I think consciousness is deep like the ocean. Whether...
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...10/26/13 No Matter What Life Gives, Enjoy It Publication: The Times Of India Mumbai;Date: Oct 26, 2013;Section: Editorial;Page: 20 THE SPEAKING TREE No Matter What Life Gives, Enjoy It Satsang: Swami Sukhabodhananda Q: Life has become hard for me, I get hurt and upset and feel guilty that I am upset. I read books on self-help, but it is not really helping me.Inoffice,mybossscoldsme,andIfeelbad all day. Is there a way out? A: Getting upset is one thing but holding on to the upset is yet another thing. To handle upset is one thing and energy to get stuck to that upset is yet another thing. Why do you hold on to the upsets and hurts? You are upset, if you allow it; without any internal wording it will fade away in one or two minutes. But worrying about that upset is the disorder in which the mind is caught up. Why do you not let go of the upset? There are so many genuine emotions that are more meaningful and you lose sight of this. If you give attention to reliving of the upset, you will find that it has been a mechanical habit and nothing more than that. The moment you are upset, gently speak to the upset and say, “It is OK. I am upset. I will understand it and not be a victim to it.” In this process, it will pass away, with a lesson. Learn to talk to your hurt and see what happens. Also, after the gentle talks as above, good emotions that you have of the person who has hurt you will arise and you will find them to be in abundance. Give more reality and more life to that...
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...Explain concisely the philosophical problems of the relation between the mind and body. The mind and our understanding of what it is has been the centre of philosophical debate since the 6th Century BC where the ancient Greeks sort for ways of explaining human action. No longer did the Homeric understanding that human action was simply the result of his environment sufficient, an inward search to explain actions took place and as such, the concept of psyche was developed. The concept of psyche evolved through terms such as soul and then mind through philosophical debate and mistranslation since this period, and it is the aim of this paper to show how the mind has been conceptualised and the irrationality of associating in like form to that of the body. In order to understand the problems with relating the mind and body – the concept of Cartesian dualism, as theorised by Descartes needs to be examined. Descartes believed in an independent nonmaterial soul inhabiting and finding expression in a mechanically operated body. Descartes used his own words cogito ergo sum, “I am thinking therefore I exist” as somewhat of an unanswerable means of proof. In an attempt to understand everything and break it down to its most simplest form, Descartes the skeptic attempted to doubt everything in order to understand himself. He argues that he can doubt everything around himself, he can even doubt that his own body exists, however he can no doubt that he is doubting, - he could not doubt...
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...Being Diversity-Conscious COMM/315 Being Diversity-Conscious The term diversity refers to how people are different, and these differences are all inclusive: no two individuals are alike. The adjective conscious, as related to being diversity-conscious, refers to being keenly aware and appreciative of something’s importance (Bing Dictionary, 2009). Thus, being diversity-conscious could be described as, an individual’s keen awareness and appreciation of all of the differences of others. In society today, being different is not always considered to be a good trait. Although some differences are beyond an individual’s control, such as skin or eye color, place of birth, or height, many other differences are intentional and designed to make a statement. For instance, tattoos, body piercings, and the way a person dresses are totally under that individual’s control. Some people go to great lengths to make a statement or to be perceived as different; other people are, simply, different. Being diversity-conscious requires humanity to value these differences, which does not mean agree with. In 1971, the rock band, Five Man Electric Band, wrote the song Signs. The song was about a hippie who read a sign that stated long-haired, freaky people need not apply. In response, the hippie tucked his long-hair under his cap, went in, and applied for the job. After being told he looked like a fine upstanding young man, the hippie was hired: The hippie took of his cap and said, “Imagine that...
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...Personality Overview Lindsey Schupska PSY/405 Barry Brooks September 17, 2012 Personality Overview Over time there have been many theories of personality developed. Each theory has its strengths and weaknesses, along with different ideas and concepts. Some of the different concepts that are related to these different theories are basic underlying assumptions, whether it is deterministic versus free will, and the awareness of self. Sigmund Freud and Alfred Adler are two of the theorists who constructed theories of personality. Analyzing the strengths and limitations of each of these men’s theories, along with whether the theory is deterministic or free will and what level of awareness of self consists in each theory will give a better understanding of where these theories came from. Sigmund Freud Sigmund Freud was one of the most influential theorists and the founder of the psychoanalytical theory of personality. Freud believed that the mind was broken into two different parts, the conscious, and the unconscious. The unconscious mind consists of thoughts that are unknown and desires that motivate an individual's behaviors. The conscious mind consists of the thoughts, feelings, and urges that an individual is aware of. According to McLeod (2007) Freud’s theory of personality consisted of three different components, which are the id, ego, and the superego. Freud believed that all three of these components came together to make up an individual’s personality...
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...Coping Strategies of High school Students for Stress In Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements in English IV Submitted by: Dianne Monfiero 4th year - Onyx Submitted to: Mr. Jeramy Isaac F. David La Purisima Concepcion Academy Concepcion, Malabon Aug. 19, 2012 I. Theoretical Framework 1.1 1.2 Coping strategies for stress Coping strategies for stress II. Conceptual Framework High school students High school students Effects Effects Relaxation techniques Relaxation techniques Biofeedback Biofeedback Visual imagery Visual imagery III. Statement of the Problem or Research Questions This study aims to answer the following: 3.1 What are the coping strategies of high school students for stress? 3.2 What are the benefits can high school students get from coping strategies for stress? 3.3 What is the significance of coping strategies of high school students for stress? IV. Hypotheses 4.1 High school students have different coping strategies for stress. 4.2 Coping strategies can avoid stressors for high school students. 4.3 Stress can lead illnesses and negative experiences to high students. Coping strategies Coping strategies V. Research Model H2 H2 H1 H1 Stress Stress High school students High school students H3 H3 VI. Scope and Delimitation The focus of this study would be the coping strategies for stress which the participants are the high school within our school campus...
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...Abstract In the present paper, the issue of mind is discussed in the framework of mind/body problem. While in the times of Aristotle and Plato it was named differently and explained through objects materiality and soul divinity, the modern perception of the same correlation was emphasized by Descartes as body/mind problem. In the present paper, the essence of the problem is outlined in the context of one of the modern philosophies of mind, meaning physicalism. The main aims of this essay is to identify the corner stone of physicalist concept, its main supporting and opposing arguments, and distinguish which position is the strongest one and understand the reason why. Key words: physicalism, body/mind problem, knowledge, exclusion, consciousness. What is mind? In the history of human thought, there were various dilemmas which the brightest minds of their times were trying to solve and which remained enigmas until our times. The mind/body problem is one of those issues. While, in times of Aristotle and Plato, it was named differently and explained through the objects materiality and soul divinity, the modern perception of the same correlation was shaped by Descartes as body/mind problem. In the present paper, the essence of the problem is explained in the context of one of the modern philosophies of mind, meaning physicalism. The main aims of this essay is to identify the corner stone of physicalist concept, its main supporting and opposing arguments, and distinguish which...
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...Blood as a Correspondent to Guilt William Shakespeare has written many plays throughout his life. His words are eloquent, his characters are dramatic, and his style is treasured. In Shakespeare’s Macbeth, blood is a reoccurring symbol. Shakespeare made the connection between blood and guilt; blood flows through our veins all around our body, it is a part of us. Even though guilt is not physically a part of us, we create it in ourselves. Blood is the physical representation of guilt as it symbolizes the irreversible effects of murder on the human mind. Guilt is the downfall of order and sanity. Even before murder, guilt consumes Macbeth’s mind causing him to hallucinate. Macbeth sees “gouts of blood” (II.1.46) on this “dagger of [his] mind” (II.1.38) as he is walking towards Duncan’s chamber to murder Duncan. Macbeth, at first, thinks the dagger is “a false creation, /Proceeding from [his] heat-oppressed brain” (II.1.38/39), but as he continues down the hall he then starts to feel it is not his sick brain, but it is the “bloody business” (II.1.49) of murder which causes this dagger to appear. This reveals that Macbeth is already emotionally unstable from Duncan’s murder even before one drop of blood is spilt from his body. Furthermore, Macbeth’s state of mind after the killing was so exceedingly erratic due to the guilt he felt that he forgets to frame the guards for the murder. Macbeth returns to Lady Macbeth, from Duncan’s room, to let her know that he has “done...
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...(2022 words) ‘What is hypnosis?’ Describe the psychological and physical aspects of hypnosis and discuss the role of relaxation in Hypnotherapy. Hypnosis can be thought of as a special state of consciousness (1). It involves an interaction between two or more people. One is the hypnotist and the other(s) is the subject (2). The subject is in a state of selective attention and increased suggestibility, where beneficial suggestions can be put to the subject. The term for this is hypnotic trance or hypnotic state (3). I will describe the physical and psychological changes that can occur during this process. Relaxation can be an important induction technique for hypnosis. I will discuss the role of relaxation to prepare a client for hypnosis. Australian Aborigines have used hypnotic trance for thousands of years. It is also found in American Indian and Hindu culture (4). In the eighteenth century Franz Mesmer, the grandfather of hypnosis, used magnets then later electric rods to induce a mesmerised state for curing ailments. Eventually he used his hands and his own self described ‘animal magnetism’ in his treatment. Abba Faria described the effects of Mesmer’s work as not due to animal mesmerism but due to suggestions. Other scientists that worked and learned form Mesmer include the Marquis de Puysegur, who noted that his own subjects ‘fell asleep’, although he could still talk to and get replies from them. James Braid gave the term hypnosis to the practise...
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