Defence Mechanisms - What you 'must' know about introjection | Dr Sia

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In this video series I talk about the defense mechanism introjection and common things about it that people do not know and "must" (of course you must not but it makes the title sound more enticing) know. I will release lots of videos about attachment and defense mechanisms so please do check out the whole series if you are interested in defense mechanisms. I hope you find the video useful and that is resonates with you!

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[remnant]

Thank you. My textbook didn’t explain this very well.

I think “ignorance” is a lack of knowledge. I think “stupidity” is a lack of intellect. And I think “foolishness” is a lack of wisdom.

[blocknex]

Wow, as a Enneagram number 4, this makes perfect sense! Thanks so much for your very effective explanation of this rather abstract concept...this explains so many things about my life before beginning to recover from my "family of origin" and after discovering and studying my Enneagram type, doing EVOX therapy and also EMDR therapy. I have a theory that my "bipolar 2" diagnosis just represents distorted energies and beliefs I've held about myself because sometimes it feels like I'm actually "disapating" this diagnosis through therapy and perhaps even getting healed (without meds!!!, yay!!) Thanks so much for all the work you do in helping others to find their true self!

[QuincySantillan]

I've been looking for lots of videos about introjection, this is the only one I truly understood ❤

[LinkinPark]

I hope more people see this video. Thank you for explaining this so insightfully.

[Zec]

Thank you, as I'm studying for my counselling and psychology diploma and got stuck in understanding Introjection. V clear explanation

[GreyPhoenix]

Introspection never made sense to me. I know, i use it alot. But what is this defending against, if it makes me feel like crap? Thank you. This was very helpful. I am never angry. Now I know why. Anger feels dangerous. But it might trying to help me.

[worldaround]

Stupidity is related to the word Stupor meaning not being aware of the surrounding. 🎉

[Mosstafa]

Thanks for the video. I liked the phrase you put in the thumbnail

[yasminevine]

So does it mean basically being compliant /submissive and in agreement with the abuser?

[Whathuh]

What is the difference between introjection and identification?