Why Do I Do That?: Psychological Defense Mechanisms and the Hidden Ways They Shape Our Lives

One of the most basic features of our natures is that we are defensive. That is, we seek to ward off psychic pain and defend ourselves against perceived attacks. Our minds are squeamish. We try to uphold a bearable picture of ourselves in the face of any possible insights or criticisms that others may direct toward—us or that could emanate from the

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