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Yes – I think so…I think these are both examples…regression in service of ego is illustrated in a diagram in Integral Psychology, of the therapeutic spiral, where the individual cycles back down and through via regression, in order to then emerge into new patterns of growth…
I am aware today of the importance of honoring the three pillars of integral psychotherapy…the shadow, Spirit (the light, I guess you might say), and growth or evolution. I am facing a deadline with regards to my dissertation proposal which has me feeling overwhelmed…I found myself retreating to my bedroom for a while, doing a David Deida practice that I thought was really excellent…basically, not doing anything until one feels motivated by love…at a certain point, I went through some self statements to sense whether or not some shadow motivation might be present…”I want to get laid” (that's an easy first one!); “I want to eat” (big one for me)…these were not so big…but then “I want power” – bingo! That one “lit up” when I spoke it to myself…
And just naming it made some difference, and I am up off the bed, and down here at the computer…
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