When the Body Says No: Erectile Dysfunction, Viagra, and the Unconscious Man
Erectile dysfunction. It’s a phrase that’s often whispered, joked about, or medicalized into oblivion. But behind the nervous chuckles, little blue pills, and clinical terminology...
Smiling Daggers: The Hidden Fury Behind Passive-Aggressive Behavior
In the theater of human behavior, not all aggression screams. Some of it whispers behind smiles, disguised as forgetfulness, subtle digs, or the slow death...
Polishing Mirrors: The Unseen Wounds Behind Perfectionism
What Lies Behind Perfectionism? A Psychoanalytic Dive Beneath the Shine Perfectionism often masquerades as ambition, discipline, or even self-respect. On the surface, it gleams with...
Stuck in the Mirror: The Psychoanalytic Journey from External Validation to Inner Freedom
Imagine standing in front of a mirror, endlessly adjusting your appearance, constantly searching for the perfect angle, the most flattering light. You try to see...
The Gym Paradox: The Unconscious Struggles of Limits, Comparison, and Self-Image
Many people view the gym as a place for physical transformation and personal growth. For some, however, the gym becomes a battleground where the internal...
Coloring the Self: A Psychoanalytic Exploration of Hair Dyeing and Identity
Hair dyeing is an act that spans cultural, social, and personal realms. From the latest fashion trends to more profound transformations, changing the color of...
Beneath the Surface: The Role of Splitting in Eating Disorders and How It Unfolds in Therapy
In the world of eating disorders, patients often struggle with internal chaos, feelings of worthlessness, and a deep sense of emotional fragmentation. One psychological defense...
Feeding the Addiction: Why Patients with Eating Disorders Often Choose Partners Struggling with Addiction
In the complex world of eating disorders, the relationship dynamics that form around them are often just as intricate and telling as the behaviors surrounding...
The Global Mirror: Psychoanalytic Reflections on Growing Up in an International School
Growing up in an international school is a unique experience that shapes a person in ways that are both profound and often overlooked. With peers...
The Phantom of Fat: Unpacking the Fear in Bulimia
For many individuals struggling with bulimia nervosa, the fear of gaining weight is not just a passing worry—it is an overpowering, consuming force that can...