#CivilizationandItsDiscontents

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"Most people do not really want freedom, because freedom involves responsibility, and most people are frightened of responsibility."

Sigmund Freud was an Austrian neurologist and the founder of psychoanalysis, a clinical method for evaluating and treating pathologies seen as originating from conflicts in the psyche, through dialogue between patient and psychoanalyst, and the distinctive theory of mind and human agency derived from it. 

Born: 6 May 1856, Příbor, Czechia

Died: 23 September 1939 (age 83 years), Hampstead, London

Cocaine Use in His Research: In the early stages of his career, Freud experimented with the therapeutic uses of cocaine. He initially believed it could be a cure for various ailments, including depression and anxiety. However, he later recognized its harmful effects and distanced himself from its promotion.

Freud's Jaw Prosthesis: Freud suffered from oral cancer in the later years of his life, leading to the removal of his jaw in 1923. He wore a prosthesis to cover the surgical site, which impacted his ability to speak clearly. Despite his health challenges, Freud continued his work and writing until his death in 1939.

Fears of Traveling: Freud had a fear of traveling and rarely left Vienna. This fear, known as agoraphobia, limited his international travel and kept him largely within the confines of his home city.

Freud's Daughter Anna Freud's Contribution: Anna Freud, Sigmund Freud's youngest daughter, became a prominent psychoanalyst in her own right. She made significant contributions to child psychoanalysis and continued her father's work. Anna Freud founded the Hampstead Child Therapy Course and Clinic in London.

Freud's Interest in Mythology: Freud had a deep interest in mythology and often used mythological references in his interpretations. He frequently drew parallels between psychoanalytic concepts and myths, exploring the symbolic meanings embedded in ancient stories and folklore. This interest is evident in his work, such as "Totem and Taboo" and "Moses and Monotheism."

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“The fateful question for the human species seems to me to be whether and to what extent their cultural development will succeed in mastering the disturbance of their communal life by the human instinct of aggression and self-destruction.” 

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'...may, due its constitution, find happiness by the way of love, but this requires vast psychic alterations of the loving function’ ...beginning by outstrip cultural thought because ...'Love opposes the interests of culture; on the other hand, culture threatens love with sensitive restrictions ...and  'the slovenliness with which the word love is used in language. ' #Freud in ‘Civilization and its Discontents’ 

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Joshua’s #LeisureReading... #MyOldCollegeBooks, from my #Sociology courses. #SigmundFreud #CivilizationAndItsDiscontents #DieAnotherDay #BadParenting #GeekPride #LittleStar #RebelHearts

[akhilmenonz1]

Magic2Quote: #SigmundFreud: We are never so defenceless against suffering as when we love. https://t.co/9X6xX1k5HV #CivilizationAndItsDiscontents

Magic2Quote: #SigmundFreud: We are never so defenceless against suffering as when we love.https://t.co/9X6xX1k5HV#CivilizationAndItsDiscontents

— Akhil Menon (@akhilmenonz1) June 12, 2018

via Twitter https://twitter.com/akhilmenonz1 June 12, 2018 at 11:09PM

[williamchasterson]

HOW MANY SECONDS FROM DEATH ARE WE AT ANY GIVEN MOMENT?

HOW MANY SECONDS FROM DEATH ARE WE AT ANY GIVEN MOMENT?

I think the answer to this question depends upon where we live. Although everyone knows disaster can strike at any moment, if you live in a gated community or a small country town in the middle of nowhere the likelihood drops considerably. If in your small town you are witness to an attempted burglary with a semiautomatic weapon that discharges during a dramatic struggle; than that’s big news.…

[williamchasterson]

A working class hero is something to be

A working class hero is something to be

The other day I was going through my Beatles playlist and I came across the John Lennon song ‘Working class hero’. It has a stripped down Americana feel to it. The song reminds me of Bob Dylan before he went electric. 

What do you think of when you hear the term ‘working class hero’? The under paid police officer or firefighter who risks his or her life on a daily basis? The elementary school…

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Where in the world is William Chasterson ???

Where in the world is William Chasterson ???