Category: Mussar
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IFS parts and s.m.a.rt. goals vis-a-vis #anavah
Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Anavah (Humility) IFS Perspective on Anavah: In IFS, the Self embodies calm, clarity, and compassion, aligned with the light of anavah. Parts, however, may carry burdens that either support or obstruct humility. By addressing these parts and their burdens, we can integrate the shadow aspects into skillful practice. Light and…
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Jungian archetypes light/shadow and s.m.a.rt goals
Jungian Archetypes and Anavah (Humility) Archetype Light/shadow Light Aspects of Anavah: Shadow Aspects of Anavah: Cultivate Teshuva The Sage/(Arrogant Intellectual): Embodies wisdom, groundedness, and self-awareness. The Sage knows their place in the cosmic order (makir et mekomo), balancing self-worth with deference to the greater whole. Expresses humility by seeking truth and fostering harmony without ego-driven…
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SWOT Analysis of Jungian Archetypes: Light and Shadow Aspects for #Yirah
Strengths Light Archetype: The Sage Embodies humility and reverence for the transcendent. Inspires ethical behavior and curiosity to seek deeper truths. Grounds yirah as a balanced awareness of human finitude and Divine grandeur. Integrates wisdom with emotional intelligence, fostering discernment (binah). Integration with Mussar Practice Offers a clear framework for aligning yirah with spiritual and…
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How do yogic kleshas, Jewish yetzer hara, Jungian shadow relate (including exercises)
I. The Kleshas (Yoga Philosophy) In Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras (2.3), the kleshas are described as five afflictions that cloud our true nature (purusha) and entangle us in samsara: Avidyā (ignorance): Mistaking the impermanent for the permanent, the impure for the pure, suffering for pleasure, and the non-self for the self. Asmitā (egoism): The false identification…
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(Psychological) Wounds and #yirah
Jay Earley’s Pattern System identifies a variety of emotional and psychological wounds that influence how individuals interact with themselves, others, and the world. Each wound affects the skillful practice of yirah (awe/reverence) by distorting how we perceive the Divine, the world, and our place within it. Below is an analysis of how each wound impacts…
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Emotion as an echo of the past, whereas feeling is present and preverbal — how valid an observation?
I. Cognitive Neuroscience 1. Emotion as Patterned Neural Response In neuroscience, emotions are often defined as complex neurophysiological states involving the limbic system (especially the amygdala, insula, and hypothalamus), that are triggered by stimuli evaluated through prior experience. In this way, emotion can indeed be seen as an echo of the past—a patterned prediction or…
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Psychobiological Expression of #Yirah and Its Shadow Side (Fear as anxiety and depression)
Psychobiological Expression of Yirah and Its Shadow Side (Fear) Yirah (awe and reverence) and its shadow side (yirat ha’onesh, fear) activate psychobiological responses such as fight, flight, freeze, and attach. These responses are deeply tied to the autonomic nervous system (ANS) and its regulation of emotional and physiological states. Understanding how these mechanisms operate provides…
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Cognitive Neuroscience of #Yirah: Cognitive Biases and #SMART Goals
Yirah (awe and reverence) is deeply influenced by cognitive processes that shape perception, decision-making, and behavior. Cognitive biases can either hinder or enhance the skillful practice of yirah. Addressing these biases with a neuroscience-informed approach provides practical strategies for cultivating yirah in a balanced way. Cognitive Biases That Hinder Yirah Bias Description Impact Practical Exercises…
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Attachment Theory Analysis of #Yirah and Its Shadow Side
Attachment Theory Analysis of Yirah and Its Shadow Side Attachment theory provides a robust framework for understanding how yirah (awe/reverence) and its shadow (fear, anxiety, or avoidance) are expressed through attachment styles. Secure attachment fosters a healthy connection to awe, while insecure attachment styles (anxious, avoidant, or disorganized) may distort yirah into fear-based responses. Attachment…