CPTSD, Complex Trauma, Generational PTSD, Relationship Trauma | TMFR LLC
CPTSD, Complex Trauma, Generational PTSD, Relationship Trauma | TMFR LLC
4.7 Major Image-Distorting self-Defenses [Splitting and Projective Identification]
4.7 Major Image-Distorting self-Defenses [Splitting and Projective Identification]
4.7 Major Image-Distorting self-Defenses [Splitting and Projective Identification]
Monday 29th July 2024
Explore how Splitting and Projective Identification affect trauma responses and relationships. Learn healthier coping mechanisms in this eye-opening episode.
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Episode Overview
- Splitting simplifies conflicting information into 'all good' or 'all bad'.
- This black-and-white thinking impacts self-esteem and relationships.
- Projective Identification involves denying internal feelings by attributing them to others.
- These mechanisms create chaotic relationships and hinder emotional growth.
- Recognising these patterns can help you aim for more balanced, nuanced thinking.
Everything that is considered black or white is some human bullshit. The reality of everything, everything in life, is somewhere in between in the much more complex and nuanced gray tones
Ever felt like your brain is playing tricks on you, especially when it comes to dealing with trauma? This episode of 'CPTSD Recovery: We Are Traumatized Motherfuckers' takes a deep dive into the self-defence mechanisms of Splitting and Projective Identification. The host unpacks how our brains simplify conflicting information to survive, but end up causing long-term issues. Splitting, or what the host calls 'strategic perceptual sorting', is when we categorise everything as either 'all good' or 'all bad'.
This black-and-white thinking can mess with our self-esteem and relationships, leading to a roller coaster of emotions and actions. Ever wondered why one day you feel on top of the world and the next, you’re in the pits? Splitting might be the culprit. The episode also explores Projective Identification, a more complex form of projection where we deny our own uncomfortable feelings by attributing them to others.
Imagine blaming someone else for your anger, even though you were angry all along. This mechanism creates chaotic, 'soupy' relationships where emotions are all mixed up, leading to codependency and abuse. The host explains these concepts with a mix of humour and raw honesty, making it easy to understand how these defence mechanisms work and why they’re so damaging in the long run.
If you're looking to understand your trauma responses better and learn healthier ways to cope, this episode is a must-listen. By recognising these patterns, you can start to aim for those 'grey tones' in life instead of getting stuck in black-and-white thinking. So, are you ready to rewire your brain and take control of your trauma? Dive into this episode and start your journey towards recovery.