Category: Mussar
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Bitachon as seen through Sociological analyses generally
To analyze bitachon (בִּטָּחוֹן), or “trust in God,” from a sociological perspective, one must consider its role as a relational, institutional, symbolic, and affective construct embedded in Jewish life. Below are the five most rigorous and interdisciplinary ways to analyze bitachon sociologically, each grounded in peer-reviewed literature and real sociological theory. 1. Bitachon as a…
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Bitachon and IFS Wounds through the Lens of Attachment Theory, IFS Therapy, Mussar, and NVC
Bitachon (trust in God) is not only a theological or ethical posture but also a relational state. In IFS therapy, parts that carry wounds from early attachment ruptures may resist trust, either by adopting extreme protective roles (overcontrol, avoidance, cynicism) or by collapsing into vulnerability (anxiety, dependency, despair). The Mussar tradition locates bitachon in the…
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Cognitive biases and s.m.a.r.t goals for #bitachon
Relevant Cognitive Biases Influencing the Skillful Practice of Bitachon Cognitive biases can significantly impact the practice of bitachon (trust in God) by distorting perception and decision-making. Below are key biases that affect bitachon, along with detailed NVC-themed S.M.A.R.T. goals to mitigate their impact. ⚠ Warning 1. Confirmation Bias Impact: Effect: Focusing only on evidence that…
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Intersections among psychology, philosophy, and theology and Bitachon (roughly, trust as meeting needs for security)
Exploring the further research questions identified in the analysis of your SWOT on bitachon (trust in God) reveals profound y. Below is a comprehensive examination of these areas: 1. Bitachon and Attachment Theory Attachment Theory Overview: Developed by John Bowlby, attachment theory posits that early relationships with caregivers form the foundation for future emotional and…
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How different frames (definitions) of responsibility impede or enhance the skillful practice of achrayut
The definitions of responsibility provided from Wikiwand offer various contexts in which responsibility is applied, ranging from corporate and social responsibility to professional and moral responsibility. In the context of Mussar and achrayut (the Jewish concept of responsibility), the application and understanding of these various types of responsibility can either enhance or impede the skillful…
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Accountability vis-a-vis achrayut
The concepts of accountability and achrayut (responsibility) are often used interchangeably, but they carry distinct meanings in different cultural, philosophical, and psychological contexts. Accountability, commonly discussed in both Western organizational theory and social sciences, refers to the obligation of an individual or group to account for their actions, accept responsibility for them, and disclose the…
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Cross-disciplinary studies that examine responsibility across cognitive neuroscience, sociology, and psychology.
Here is a ranking of recent cross-disciplinary studies that examine responsibility across cognitive neuroscience, sociology, and psychology. These studies offer insights into the interplay of cognition, social dynamics, and psychological mechanisms underlying individual and collective responsibility: Orianne, J.F., et al. – The Process of Memory Semantization as the Result of Interactions between Individual, Collective, and…
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Cognitive biases impeding #achrayut and s.m.a.r.t goals to mitigate
Here’s a detailed exploration of cognitive biases that may impede the skillful practice of achrayut (responsibility), along with S.M.A.R.T. goals designed to mitigate these biases at both the individual and community levels: 1. Self-Serving Bias Description: This bias leads individuals to attribute successes to their own actions while attributing failures to external factors. This can…
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Potential system archetypes and dynamics that might influence #achrayut with s.m.a.r.t goals
In systems theory and cognitive neuroscience, the Mussar trait of achrayut (responsibility) can be analyzed through the lens of various systems archetypes, particularly “Limits to Growth,” “Shifting the Burden,” and “Fixes that Fail.” Examining achrayut in these archetypal contexts elucidates how responsibility functions not only as a personal ethical trait but as an essential lever…