Darren Green PCC’s Post

We have so much more experience with and information about ourselves than we can ever have about others. David Foster Wallace reminds us of how that automatically leads to #bias, #distortion, and incorrect #assumptions. "Here is just one example of the total wrongness of something I tend to be automatically sure of: everything in my own immediate experience supports my deep belief that I am the absolute centre of the universe; the realest, most vivid and important person in existence. We rarely think about this sort of natural, basic self-centredness because it’s so socially repulsive. But it’s pretty much the same for all of us. It is our default setting, hard-wired into our boards at birth. Think about it: there is no experience you have had that you are not the absolute centre of. The world as you experience it is there in front of YOU or behind YOU, to the left or right of YOU, on YOUR TV or YOUR monitor. And so on. Other people’s thoughts and feelings have to be communicated to you somehow, but your own are so immediate, urgent, real. "Please don’t worry that I’m getting ready to lecture you about compassion or other-directedness or all the so-called virtues. This is not a matter of virtue. It’s a matter of my choosing to do the work of somehow altering or getting free of my natural, hard-wired default setting which is to be deeply and literally #selfcentered and to see and interpret everything through this lens of self. People who can adjust their natural default setting this way are often described as being 'well-adjusted,' which I suggest to you is not an accidental term." Full transcript and audio here: https://lnkd.in/gnWRvuHY #immunitytochange #perspectivetaking #growthanddevelopment #maturity #selfawareness #emotionalintelligence #adultdevelopment #psychologicaldevelopment

Get ready to dive into reality with Deep Facts Exposed! From psychology facts to life hacks, relationship tips to motivation, we've got you covered. Tune in to uncover some mind-blowing truths!

Get ready to dive into reality with Deep Facts Exposed! From psychology facts to life hacks, relationship tips to motivation, we've got you covered. Tune in to uncover some mind-blowing truths!

Archetypal psychology and the writings of James Hillman have had a profound impact on me - both personally and professionally. In this blog post I share a bit about this impact, and how my blog got its name: Living Bits of Soul https://lnkd.in/eMWbKifZ #rediscoveringsoul #soulcenteredcoaching #soulcenteredfacilitation #coachtraining #jameshillman

𝑼𝒏𝒍𝒐𝒄𝒌𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑷𝒐𝒘𝒆𝒓 𝒐𝒇 𝑭𝒐𝒄𝒖𝒔𝒆𝒅 𝑻𝒉𝒐𝒖𝒈𝒉𝒕: 𝑪𝒂𝒏 𝑶𝒖𝒓 𝑴𝒊𝒏𝒅𝒔 𝑺𝒉𝒂𝒑𝒆 𝑹𝒆𝒂𝒍𝒊𝒕𝒚? Have you ever thought intensely about a goal or person, only to have them show up in your life soon after? Or maybe you repeatedly noticed a unique term and then saw it popping up everywhere in your world? These experiences are more common than you might think. Some call it coincidence, others call it manifestation. But what if there’s something deeper at play—a genuine connection between the focused energy of our minds and the outcomes we observe? Here’s what we know (and what’s worth exploring further): • 𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝑹𝒆𝒕𝒊𝒄𝒖𝒍𝒂𝒓 𝑨𝒄𝒕𝒊𝒗𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑺𝒚𝒔𝒕𝒆𝒎: Our brain’s filter, alerting us to things that align with our focus and goals. • 𝑺𝒆𝒍𝒇-𝑭𝒖𝒍𝒇𝒊𝒍𝒍𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑷𝒓𝒐𝒑𝒉𝒆𝒄𝒊𝒆𝒔: How belief in an outcome can unknowingly influence our actions to make it real. • 𝑵𝒆𝒖𝒓𝒐𝒑𝒍𝒂𝒔𝒕𝒊𝒄𝒊𝒕𝒚: Rewiring our brains to align with what we visualize. • 𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝑷𝒍𝒂𝒄𝒆𝒃𝒐 𝑬𝒇𝒇𝒆𝒄𝒕: Real health improvements driven purely by belief—what else might our minds be capable of? It’s a topic that fascinates both scientists and mystics. And with the rapid progress in cognitive science, we may be closer than ever to understanding how our thoughts shape our perceptions, behaviors, and maybe, just maybe, our reality. 👉 What are your thoughts on the connection between focus and outcomes? Have you experienced “manifestations” in your own life? #MindOverMatter #ManifestationScience #Neuroplasticity #FocusedThinking #Consciousness https://lnkd.in/dbbXbfWg

Ever feel like you’re your own worst enemy? 🙋🏻♂️ It’s real, but hear me out - it’s not your fault! Being your own worst enemy is deeply rooted in psychology and neuroscience. While the simple label is self-sabotage, I’ve learned there’s more to it. A big reason why: our brains are wired with certain biases that can lead to irrational thoughts or behaviors. 👉🏼 Case in point: Selective hearing (or seeing!). That’s good ole Confirmation Bias at work. We tend to seek out information that confirms our existing beliefs and ignore information that contradicts them. Next thing you know, you’ve completely missed your own flaws or mistakes. Here’s an even bigger bias: Negativity. Science tells us that we’re prone to dwell on our mistakes more than our successes thanks to past negative events having a greater impact on our state of mind than positive or neutral ones. So, how do you address this? Call yourself out. It starts with being aware of your beliefs and how they’re showing up in your actions. It continues with identifying the past negative events in your life that keep taking center stage in your current decisions. This isn’t easy work, but your desired future is counting on you doing it. . . . #ownworstenemy #beaccountable #takeaction #selfawareness #selfaware #accountability #comingupclutch #highperformance #highperformanceexpert #highperformancecoach #thriveinlife

Sometimes, we don’t realize the power of our intuition until we start to truly listen. In psychology, we understand the mind’s logic, but there’s an unseen wisdom—our intuition—that guides us to truths logic alone cannot reveal. Recognizing this inner voice is the first step in deepening self-awareness and creating alignment between mind and soul. Intuition isn’t about abandoning rational thought; it’s about enriching it with insight from within. #TrustYourIntuition #SelfAwareness #InnerWisdom #PsychologyAndIntuition #HealingJourney #EmpowerYourself #MindBodyConnection #PersonalGrowth”

"A curious thought occurred to me while contemplating human development and consciousness - we often hear about 'correcting our past misunderstandings,' but what if that premise itself is flawed? Let's explore this mathematically: If we define our current existence state as E and our past understanding as P(R) for right or P(W) for wrong, we can express this relationship as: E ⟺ P(R)E \iff P(R)E⟺P(R) This bidirectional relationship reveals something profound: our very existence (E) is both dependent on and proof of our past understanding being right P(R), because: P(W)→¬EP(W) \rightarrow \neg EP(W)→¬E In other words, if our past understanding was truly wrong, we could not exist as we are now. This leads us to an elegant truth: if we be, then we must have been right. Our past perspectives weren't incorrect - they were the essential, valid foundations that made our present consciousness possible. Has anyone else explored this connection between existence and the inherent validity of past understanding? I'd love to hear your thoughts." #ConsciousnessTheory #HumanDevelopment #LogicalTruth #CognitiveDevelopment #ExistentialMath #DevelopmentalPsychology #ThoughtExperiment #MathematicalPhilosophy #HumanExperience #CognitiveTruth #ConsciousnessEquation #DevelopmentalTheory #MathematicalLogic #ExistentialTruth #PsychologicalFoundations

Dream analysis and I Ching readings offer powerful pathways for self-awareness and navigating life’s challenges, but how do these two approaches compare? Whether you're intrigued by Jungian dream work or the ancient wisdom of the I Ching, this workshop will offer fresh insights into how these methods can guide personal growth, problem-solving, and understanding the depths of your inner self. https://lnkd.in/euZKWrFz In this session, Barbara Miller and Qi Zhang will help you explore how dream interpretation uncovers your inner world through symbolic imagery, while the I Ching harnesses nature's imagery and ancient wisdom to activate your intuitive knowing. You'll get the chance to experience both techniques and see how they foster profound connections with the unconscious. 📝 Plus, all participants will receive a published paper by Barbara and Qi: "I Ching and Analytical Psychology: Case Study on I Ching Reading and Dream Analysis" from the Jung Journal, May 2021. Join me in this FUSION TREAT and unlock new pathways to self-discovery and transformation through the power of dreams and the I Ching. #SelfAwareness #PersonalGrowth #DreamAnalysis #IChing #JungianPsychology #UnconsciousMind #Workshops #Transformation

Purpose isn't a one-size-fits-all concept. In my latest blog post, I explore the complexity of finding purpose without shame or comparison. Whether it's through life experiences, inner reflection, or inspiration, your path is uniquely yours. Read more: https://lnkd.in/dbqbwaUs #Purpose #SelfDiscovery #EmbraceTheJourney