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- Conflict: Can The Fear Of Being Harmed Cause Someone To Avoid Conflict? - by Submitted on Jun 27, 2019 from Oliver JR CooperIt could be said that it is not possible for someone to always agree with another person or to go along with the ideas that they put forward, for instance. With this in mind, it is going to be essential for them to be able to speak up when they disagree with something and to stand their ground ...
Views: 761 - Consciousness: Do The “Elites” Have All the Power? - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2022 from Oliver JR CooperIf the average person was asked to explain why the world is the way that it is, they could say that it is because of the people at the top. So, when it comes to the reason why so many people are struggling to survive and so many resources are in the hands of the few, for example, this will be ...
Views: 417 - Consciousness: Does A Large Part Of Humanity Feel Comfortable Being Enslaved? - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2022 from Oliver JR CooperAt the height of the pandemic, it wasn’t possible for a lot of people to live as they usually would. This was a time when so many people had to isolate themselves from others and were only able to go out for the basics and perhaps to work, that’s if they were a key worker, for instance. As ...
Views: 461 - Constructive Criticism: Can Toxic Shame Stop Someone From Being Able To Accept Constructive Criticism? - by Submitted on May 06, 2015 from Oliver JR CooperOne person could watch a film and think it’s one of the best films ever, and another could watch the same film and believe it is one of the worst. What this shows is how people have different outlooks, and just because one person likes something, it doesn’t me another person will. Now, this ...
Views: 1789 - Consumerism: What Causes Consumerism? - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperOne doesn’t need much awareness to see that consumerism is a big part of the modern day world. And depending on one’s point of view or position, it can be described as either positive of negative. A small company or large business for example, that’s main focus is on selling physical items, ...
Views: 8336 - Control Freaks: Why Are Some People Control Freaks? - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2014 from Oliver JR CooperWhen it comes to describing someone who has the need to have complete control over every part of their life, the term control freak is often used. To experience a certain amount of control is not enough, the only thing that will do is having complete control of everything. And while control ...
Views: 2367 - Control: Can Trapped Emotions Cause Controlling Behaviour? - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperWhat is common in today’s world and throughout history is control, but in most cases this is not self control, it is the control of others. And this can be seen at all levels of the modern day world. From the personal relationships that people have, to the authority figures of the world. To ...
Views: 1824 - Control: Can You Control People By Telling Them That Nothing Is Their Fault? - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperWhile there are people on this planet who want other people to do well, there are others who don’t. Along with this, it could be said that there are people who couldn’t care less how well other people do. This could be a sign that they are caught up with their own life and don’t really think ...
Views: 1361 - Control: Do Some People Use Shame To Control Other People? - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIf someone was to take a dog for a walk and they were told to keep it under control, they are unlikely to think that there is anything wrong with what they are being told. However, if they were in a relationship and one their friends told them to control their partner, this might not be the ...
Views: 1952 - Control: Is A Sense Of Control Important? - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2015 from Oliver JR CooperIf someone was to hear the word ‘control’, there is a chance that something negative will come to mind. They may begin to think about someone who is ‘controlling’, or they may think about a situation in their life that is stopping them from being themselves. However, this might not take ...
Views: 1823 - Controlling Behaviour: Do Some People's Childhoods Set Them Up To Be Controlling? - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2018 from Oliver JR CooperFor some people, it is a case of either controlling others or being controlled; there is no middle ground. Even so, this doesn’t mean that this is something that goes through their mind. Completely Unaware Instead, one can feel compelled to do whatever they can to control other people. As ...
Views: 1035 - Controlling Behaviour: What Causes It? - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperControlling behaviour is surely one of the more common ‘negative’ behaviours in the world today. And if one was to reflect upon human history they would find that this kind of behaviour is neither new nor different to the behaviour of the past. The severity of this behaviour varies - from ...
Views: 15862 - Controlling Relationships: Why Are Some Men Controlling? - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperA common relationship problem in today’s world and one that has been around for many years is control. The form that this behaviour takes may have changed over the ages, but the results are still the same. What is also clear to see is that both men and women can be controlling. However, here ...
Views: 18859 - Controlling: Can Someone Become Controlling If They Experienced Trauma As A Child? - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2020 from Oliver JR CooperThere are people on this planet that have no interest in controlling anyone or anything, while there are those that want to control everyone and everything. Thus, some people will be at one end of the spectrum and some will be at the other end. At the same time, it is likely that just about ...
Views: 628 - Coronavirus: Is It A Surprise That Some People’s Mental Health Has Deteriorated During This Time? - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2020 from Oliver JR CooperDue to what is currently taking place in the world, it has not been possible for a lot of people to behave as they usually would. To protect themselves, others and different services, they are only allowed to leave their home to do certain things. If they need to go shopping, to exercise or ...
Views: 584 - Coronavirus: Is It Harder For Someone Handle What Is Going On If They Are Carrying Trauma? - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2021 from Oliver JR CooperAs a result of what is currently taking place in the world, it has meant that a large part of the population hasn’t been able to carry on as normal. Right now, a lot of people are in isolation and are only allowed to leave their home to do certain things. When it comes to those who are not ...
Views: 408 - Coronavirus: Will It Be Harder For Someone To Handle What Is Going On If Their Emotions Are Out Of Control? - by Submitted on Mar 31, 2020 from Oliver JR CooperDue to the contagion, there is what is taking place externally and then, there is what is taking place internally. Also, in the same way that there will be people that are more affected by what is taking place externally than others; there will also be people that are more affected by what is ...
Views: 661 - Corrective Experience: What Is A Corrective Experience? - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2015 from Oliver JR CooperWhile there are likely to be parts of someone’s life that are going to plan, there may be other parts that are not. When something is going the way one wants it to go, it is not going to have the same effect on their life. As it is going well, one might not even think about and it could be ...
Views: 1743 - Corrective Information: Can New Information Allow Someone To Grow? - by Submitted on Dec 22, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhen someone is at a point in their life where they are unable to move forward, it can be necessary for them to look for new information. Through taking this approach, it can give them the chance to see what they need to do differently. Normal One could find that this is just part of ...
Views: 1267 - Creativity: Does The Modern-Day World Make It Hard For Someone To Be Creative? - by Submitted on Jan 30, 2019 from Oliver JR CooperFrom the moment one wakes up, their senses can be end up being bombarded with stimuli. This is something that can take place if they look at their Smartphone shortly after they wake up. Their mind can end up being stuffed with information that is both useful and useless. After this, they may ...
Views: 752 - Critical Chinking: Does The Education System Turn People Into Narcissists? - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2019 from Oliver JR CooperIn the past, there were only a small percentage of people who went to university and only a few subjects were taught. Nowadays, it is often a case of who hasn’t been and numerous subjects are now taught at these institutions. One way of looking at this would be to say that it is a good thing ...
Views: 739 - Critical Thinking: How Can Someone Change The World By 'Healing Their Inner Wounds'? - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2020 from Oliver JR CooperCritical Thinking: How Can Someone Change The World By 'Healing Their Inner Wounds'? 29/8/20200 Comments According to Robert Johnson, a Jungian analyst and author, Carl Jung was often asked if humanity would survive. This is what Robert said in relation to this question, "People often ...
Views: 512 - Critical Thinking: A Closer Look At The ‘I Speak My Truth in #MyCalvins’ Advert - by Submitted on May 18, 2019 from Oliver JR CooperIn the latest ad campaign by Calvin Klein, so-called celebrities are talking about how they speak their truth in their Calvin’s. A number of the people in the video say “I speak my truth in my Calvin’s.” Now, if someone hadn’t heard of Calvin Klein underwear before, they might feel the need ...
Views: 814 - Critical Thinking: Are Borders More Important Than Ever Before? - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2019 from Oliver JR CooperIn recent years, a lot has been said about borders and whether or not the time has come for them to be removed. And, when it comes to what someone’s views are on this topic, it can all depend on what side of the political line they are drawn to. If someone is drawn towards the left of the ...
Views: 905 - Critical Thinking: Are Certain Celebrities Causing Women To Sexually Objectify Themselves? - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2018 from Oliver JR CooperUnless someone has been living under a rock for a number of years, they will have most likely heard about a certain family that receives a fair amount of media exposure. In this family, there are a number of daughters who routinely strip off for different magazines. That is, of course, when ...
Views: 1001 - Critical Thinking: Are Human Beings Being Victimised By Their Own Unconscious Mind? - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2021 from Oliver JR CooperWhen the mainstream media gives exposure to a story where someone has been mistreated, there is a strong chance that this person will be seen as a victim. What took place won’t have had anything to do with them. This is something that can also take place when someone has been mistreated and ...
Views: 354 - Critical Thinking: Are Human Beings Just Observers Of Reality? - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2020 from Oliver JR CooperIf someone lives in the western world, or in a country that has been heavily influenced by it, they will probably see themselves as just an observer of their reality. So, in the same way that they will just view what is on a screen, they will also just view what is taking place around ...
Views: 478 - Critical Thinking: Are Mental Health Problems Out Of Control Because People Are Talking About Their Feelings? - by Submitted on May 13, 2019 from Oliver JR CooperIn recent years, a lot has been said about how important it is for people to open up about how they feel. This is often put forward as a way for someone to handle the pain that arises within them. In the past, however, it was radically different as people’s inner problems were generally ...
Views: 668 - Critical Thinking: Are Men’s Lives Being Destroyed By Porn And Glamour Models? - by Submitted on May 29, 2018 from Oliver JR CooperNowadays, it is incredibly easy for a man to view porn, and if he wants, he can also keep it light and check out different glamour models. The former can take place by going to certain video sites, while the latter can take place by using social media. One way for a man to see both of ...
Views: 1352 - Critical Thinking: Are Most Of The Presidents/Prime Ministers In Power Globalists? - by Submitted on Dec 17, 2018 from Oliver JR CooperBefore someone becomes a prime minister or a president, they will often talk about what they will do to make the country better for the people. And, as this person will be looking to get the top job, so to speak, this could be seen as something that is expected. The main objective, after ...
Views: 863 - Critical Thinking: Are Some Celebrities Hypocrites When It Comes To Climate Change? - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2019 from Oliver JR CooperFairly recently, a number of celebrities have spoken out about climate change (the current phrase). Along with this, a number of them have even taken part in some of the extinction rebellion protests. In general, these people have said that more needs to be done to protect the planet and ...
Views: 665 - Critical Thinking: Are Some Men’s Lives Being Ruined By OnlyFans? - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2023 from Oliver JR CooperFor many, many years now, it has been relatively easy for a man to access adult content. The only thing that he has needed is a device and an internet connection, with this giving him the ability to view an endless amount of pictures and videos. In recent years, however, a man can not only ...
Views: 206 - Critical Thinking: Are Some People Addicted To Feeling Oppressed? - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2018 from Oliver JR CooperNowadays, it is not uncommon to hear about how oppressed certain people are, with this being something that is often spoken about on social media and in the mainstream media. This is often seen as something that primarily affects minorities and women. Therefore, white men are in a very ...
Views: 804 - Critical Thinking: Are Some People Having The Vaccines For Protection And Slowly Killing Themselves? - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2021 from Oliver JR CooperMost likely, someone will live in a country where a vaccine is seen as the best way for them to protect themselves from the virus. Or to be more accurate, it is seen as the only way for them to do this. Also, it wouldn’t be right to say that they will just need one vaccine, as there will be a ...
Views: 281 - Critical Thinking: Are Some People Injustice Collectors? - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2018 from Oliver JR CooperIt is not uncommon to hear about people who have experiences each day where they feel taken advantage of or harmed in some way. As a result of this, it can be normal for someone like this to feel oppressed and/or victimised, along with feeling offended. And, it might not matter if they are ...
Views: 976 - Critical Thinking: Are Some People Suffering From Thinkaphobia? - by Submitted on Mar 13, 2018 from Oliver JR CooperNowadays, it is not uncommon for one to say that anther person has some kind of phobia. When someone has a phobia, it is likely to mean that they have an irrational fear of something. If one was to say this to someone, it could show that they work in the helping profession; then again, it ...
Views: 1079 - Critical Thinking: Are Some Universities Making People Mentally And Emotionally Weak? - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2018 from Oliver JR CooperIf someone stays up to date with the news, they may have heard about the kinds of things that have been taking place at universities around the world. One could read news papers, watch TV, and use social media to stay up to date with what goes on at these institutions. A Closer Look For ...
Views: 1261 - Critical Thinking: Are The People In Power A Reflection Of Humanity? - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2020 from Oliver JR CooperIrrespective of whether it relates to the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom or the president of America, there is no shortage of people who don’t like the person who is the leader of their country. Of course, there are people that do or these individuals wouldn’t be where they are. But, ...
Views: 516 - Critical Thinking: Are Women Portrayed As Victims In The Western World? - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2018 from Oliver JR CooperAlthough it would be easy to believe that the mainstream media exists to tell people what is actually taking place in the world, this is rarely what happens. Instead, this source of information has their own narrative that they impose upon others Now, this is not to say that there is only ...
Views: 1069 - Critical Thinking: Are Young Men Being Conditioned To Hate Themselves? - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2019 from Oliver JR CooperFor quite some time now, it has been said that there are plenty young men that are suffering from motivational problems. Unlike a lot of young women, these young men don’t have a lot of drive. But, as so much attention had been placed on young girls, this is an issue that has largely been ...
Views: 989 - Critical Thinking: Are “Primitive” Parts Of The World An Expression Of What Is Held Inside The Collective Unconscious? - by Submitted on Aug 15, 2021 from Oliver JR CooperIf someone was to think about different parts of the world, they might think about how there are certain places that are “civilised” and certain places that are “uncivilised”. When it comes to the countries that are, over the years, some of these countries have tried to change the countries that ...
Views: 324 - Critical Thinking: Can A Child's Need For Approval Make Them Want To Change Their Gender? - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2018 from Oliver JR CooperFor a number of years now, a lot has been said about adults and children who don’t feel comfortable with their gender. And what can define what something thinks about all this can be their age. A Different World If someone is at the beginning of their life, for instance, they might not ...
Views: 920 - Critical Thinking: Can A Crisis Allow Humanity To Connect To Their True Feelings? - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2021 from Oliver JR CooperIn the same way that an individual can go through a challenging time, humanity as a whole can also go through a challenging time. When it comes to what can unsettle an individual, it can be a breakup, a loss, or some kind of setback. On the other hand, when it comes to what can unsettle ...
Views: 279 - Critical Thinking: Can A Political Party/Movement Allow Someone To Avoid Their Own Inner Wounds? - by Submitted on Nov 14, 2020 from Oliver JR CooperNowadays, if someone has an issue with a certain gender/race/religion, it won’t be difficult for them to find others who are the same. Not only are there websites and groups that will support their position, there are also political parties and movements. Irrespective of what their position ...
Views: 455 - Critical Thinking: Can A Weak Sense Of Self Cause Someone To Be Drawn To A Political Movement? - by Submitted on Dec 20, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperIf someone is at university, or has been to one in the past, they could be part of some kind of movement. When it comes to someone who is still studying, they may be part of at least one society. A Big Interest This could be something that is a big part of their life, which could mean ...
Views: 1194 - Critical Thinking: Can Black And White Thinking Stop Someone From Being Able To Think Clearly? - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2019 from Oliver JR CooperWhen it comes to painting a picture of nature, the more colours that someone has the more detail there will be in what they create. If they only had two colours, they wouldn’t have the same freedom to express themselves. In the same way, if someone is able to see that life is made up of many ...
Views: 701 - Critical Thinking: Can Childhood Trauma Cause Someone To Be Drawn To Conspiracy Theories? - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2020 from Oliver JR CooperThere are those that more or less believe everything they hear from the mainstream media and the authority figures that are in the public eye, and then there are those that are the complete opposite. The former can view the latter as being ‘conspiracy theorists’, while the latter can view the ...
Views: 683 - Critical Thinking: Can Childhood Trauma Cause Someone To Develop Extreme Views? - by Submitted on May 16, 2020 from Oliver JR CooperWhen the term ‘extreme views’ is mentioned, all kinds of things could enter someone’s mind. They could think about what they last heard from the mainstream media, or what they last heard from the alternative media. Then again, their mind could give them clear examples of extreme views without ...
Views: 708 - Critical Thinking: Can Humanity Change The Outer World By Changing Their Inner World? - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2024 from Oliver JR CooperWhen it comes to all of the bad things that are taking place in the world, it can seem as though there is very little that the average person can do. Thanks to this, the only way anything will really change is if the people in power do something about what is going on. Someone can then want ...
Views: 94 - Critical Thinking: Can Humanity Change The World By Voting For Someone Else? - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2020 from Oliver JR CooperAt this point in time, there are numerous people in America, and in other countries around the world, who are looking forward to their being a new president. For some of these people, the icing on the cake is that, for the first time, the vice president will be a woman. According to certain ...
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