Tag: relationship
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The Victim Archetype and the Path to Inner Freedom
When the harm and suffering we experienced are already in the past, but psychological pain continues every day, it signals that deeper inner work is needed. In Jungian analytical psychology, archetypes are primordial patterns filled with powerful emotional energy, stronger than the ego, and deeply rooted in the collective unconscious. They have a profound influence…
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When a Mother’s Love Recedes After the Birth of a Younger Sibling
In today’s sessions, I realized there’s an aspect of the Mother archetype that I haven’t written about enough. The Death Mother archetype and the emotional exile of the eldest child is a theme I encounter quite often in my practice. When a new baby enters the family, the eldest child often feels emotionally rejected. The…
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How relationships affects our wellbeing?
Sometimes statistics can be a very interesting thing. For example, scientists have tried to find out who is happier – a married man or a single woman? So, what do statistics and research tell us? The pursuit of happiness is a deeply personal journey influenced by various factors, including marital status. Recent studies have explored…
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World Mental Health Day: The Importance of Psychological Well-being in the Workplace
Recognizing this day provides an opportunity to reflect on the importance of psychological well-being, particularly in professional environments. From the perspectives of Jungian analytical psychology and systemic psychotherapy, this observance serves as a collective reminder of the need to integrate often-ignored aspects of our psyche into daily life—especially at work, where we spend a significant portion of our lives. Today,…
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The Impact of Pornography on Relationships: What Research Says
Recently, this topic has been coming up more frequently in therapy sessions, particularly when couples share their relationship struggles. I decided to explore what researchers and studies say about this subject. After all, at first glance, what harm could watching pornography really cause? So many people do it. That’s why today’s topic is pornography consumption and its impact on relationships. The Digital…
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Romantic Comedies & Their Psychological Impact on Relationships
Today feels a bit more romantic than usual —flowers, dinner, sweets, and romantic comedies. Romantic comedies have long been a staple of popular culture, captivating audiences with charming and heartfelt stories of love, laughter, and happily-ever-afters. These films provide pleasant entertainment and offer a temporary escape from routine and daily life. However, they can also shape our perceptions of relationships, influencing our mental…
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The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse in Relationships: How They Destroy Love
I wanted to explore the key factors that destroy relationships.John Gottman, one of the most influential researchers in relationship psychology, identified these destructive patterns and called them “The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse”. In the world of relationships, these metaphorical “Four Horsemen” act as harbingers of relationship demise. If left unaddressed, these patterns can erode even the strongest foundations of…
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The Key to Successful Relationships
Working with couples, I’ve often pondered what truly forms the foundation of a successful relationship—what is the ultimate key? As I read through research and analyze statistics, I’ve come to believe in the numbers, and I feel like I’ve finally found the key. The best part? It’s incredibly simple, and anyone in any relationship can…
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How to Keep the Spark in Intimacy?
A Guide to Long-Term Compatibility, Inspired by Research from the Gottman Institute Maintaining the spark of intimacy in a long-term relationship is a delicate dance that requires attention, effort, and understanding. Relationship researcher and psychologist Dr. John Gottman, renowned for his extensive studies on relationships, offers insights that can help couples sustain the flame of…
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The Shadow Aspects That Destroy Relationships
Relationships can be compared to complex and fragile ecosystems that require care and constant attention. As a Jungian analyst, I have observed many factors that can harm relationships—factors that often hide in the unconscious shadows of our psyche. In this article, I will explore some of these hidden threats and explain how they can endanger…
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