The Curse of the Self
Self-Awareness, Egotism, and the Quality of Human Life
Book • 2004
In 'The Curse of the Self', Mark Leary discusses how self-awareness, while a unique human ability, can also lead to personal and social problems.
He argues that excessive self-reflection can cause anxiety, depression, and troubled relationships.
Leary suggests that learning to manage internal self-talk is crucial for mitigating these negative effects.
He argues that excessive self-reflection can cause anxiety, depression, and troubled relationships.
Leary suggests that learning to manage internal self-talk is crucial for mitigating these negative effects.
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