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Challenging the Fantasy Bond: A Search for Personal Identity and Freedom,New
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This muchanticipated followup to the criticallyacclaimed and bestselling The Fantasy Bond tackles the complex question of why so many of us are compelled to repeat the pain of our past while avoiding positive experiences that could enrich our lives.Why are many of us compelled to repeat the pain of our past, while avoiding positive experiences that could enrich our lives? In this thoughtprovoking book, clinical psychologist and theorist Robert Firestone explains how the fantasy bond, an illusion of connection, develops early in childhood to cope with the pain and frustration resulting from parental misattunement, neglect or mistreatment. It is manifested as a destructive internal thought process, the critical inner voice. Later, the fantasy bond is extended to family members, intimate partners, and social groups. In Challenging the FantasyBond, Dr. Firestone presents his latest thoughts and observations about the selfdefeating aspects of this process and places the original concepts in the broader context of his overall theoretical approach, Separation Theory.Compelling case studies illustrate how the critical inner voice causes considerable pain and discomfort and interferes with intimacy. These case studies demonstrate how Voice Therapy, a cognitive/affective/behavioral methodology, can be used to counteract these destructive internal messages and help individuals embrace the present, instead of reliving the past. Challenging our illusions of a merged identity and moving toward separation and individuation are essential if we are to become fully autonomous human beings. This companion to a classic work is particularly timely in its identification of the existential fears that contribute to prejudice, political divisiveness and ethnic strife.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Challenging the Fantasy Bond'? A: The main theme of the book revolves around understanding how the fantasy bond, an illusion of connection formed in childhood, leads individuals to repeat past pain while avoiding enriching experiences.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Dr. Robert W. Firestone, a clinical psychologist and theorist.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Challenging the Fantasy Bond'? A: The book was published on February 15, 2022.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Challenging the Fantasy Bond'? A: The book contains 327 pages.
- Q: What psychological concepts are discussed in the book? A: The book discusses the fantasy bond, critical inner voice, and Voice Therapy as methodologies to counteract destructive internal messages.
- Q: Is this book suitable for individuals seeking personal transformation? A: Yes, it is categorized under Personal Transformation and is designed to help individuals understand and overcome self-defeating behaviors.
- Q: What methodology does Dr. Firestone suggest for overcoming the critical inner voice? A: Dr. Firestone suggests Voice Therapy, which integrates cognitive, affective, and behavioral techniques to help individuals embrace the present.
- Q: Does the book include real-life examples or case studies? A: Yes, it includes compelling case studies that illustrate the impact of the critical inner voice on relationships and personal well-being.
- Q: How does the book relate to contemporary issues like prejudice and political divisiveness? A: The book identifies existential fears that contribute to prejudice, political divisiveness, and ethnic strife, making it relevant to current societal challenges.