{"product_id":"why-do-i-do-that-psychological-defense-mechanisms-and-the-hidden-ways-they-shape-our-lives-paperback","title":"Why Do I Do That?: Psychological Defense Mechanisms and the Hidden Ways They Shape Our Lives - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eJoseph Burgo\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDo you ever wonder \u003ci\u003e\"Why do I do that?\"\u003c\/i\u003e Why you react, avoid, or shut down in certain situations? This groundbreaking psychology book by Joseph Burgo Ph.D. is a guide to understanding the hidden forces shaping your emotions, behaviors, and relationships.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWritten for students, beginners, and anyone curious about psychology, self-help, or emotional healing, this book explains how psychological defense mechanisms like denial, projection, and repression impact your mental health and everyday decisions. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eWith simple explanations, exercises, and real-life applications, it helps readers explore unconscious patterns and take steps toward emotional freedom.\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat you'll gain from this book: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA clear understanding of human psychology and how the unconscious mind works.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTools to recognize and manage your own emotions more effectively.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePractical exercises for emotional intelligence, healing, and self-discovery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInsights from psychotherapy and emotion-focused therapy without the jargon.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGuidance to break free from patterns that damage relationships, confidence, and self-esteem.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnlike other self-help books or general psychology books, this one blends expert knowledge with accessible self-exploration, making it equally valuable for college students, professionals, and anyone seeking personal growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you're interested in abnormal psychology, emotional intelligence, psychotherapy, or simply want a deeper understanding of yourself, \u003ci\u003eWhy Do I Do That?\u003c\/i\u003e is the essential self-help book for mental health, healing, and emotional growth. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eDiscover the secrets behind your actions and start your journey to true self-discovery with \u003ci\u003eWhy Do I Do That?\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eJoseph Burgo, Ph.D. has practiced psychotherapy for more than 30 years, holding licenses as a marriage and family therapist and clinical psychologist. He earned his undergraduate degree at UCLA and his masters and doctorate at California Graduate Institute in Los Angeles. He is also a graduate psychoanalyst and has served as a board member, officer and instructor at a component society of the International Psychoanalytic Association. He currently writes the popular blog \"After Psychotherapy\" where he discusses personal growth issues from a psychodynamic perspective.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 242\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.55 x 9 x 6 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e October 26, 2012\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53050662125792,"sku":"9780988443129","price":25.73,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0811\/5909\/4496\/files\/VoSm6sFNHl9780988443129.webp?v=1781314835","url":"https:\/\/improvedinc.myshopify.com\/products\/why-do-i-do-that-psychological-defense-mechanisms-and-the-hidden-ways-they-shape-our-lives-paperback","provider":"Improved Improper Input Inc.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}