A psychologist's take on world events, life, happiness and the human condition
Shrink Wrap launched when the USA’s 2016 presidential election was nearing its end. Donald Trump’s antics had dominated the media and were continuing to do so post-inauguration.
The articles in this section make mention of Donald Trump’s unique behavioural style, or use him as an example of psychological variables at play in politics as a whole.
What’s your disapproval personality type? If I told you it’s possible to learn to tolerate criticism and disapproval, would you want to?
A fascinating exposition of resilience, from the habit of people-pleasing to psychopathy in global politics.
My Halloween special is about corporate evil, from bad behaviour of political groups to large scale organisational corruption and abuse.
I have a theory that evil concentrates over time due to a natural quirk in human nature. Fortunately, this also means that unhealthy institutional cultures can be prevented or cured.
My last article about Donald Trump drew an interesting response from a reader. She was experiencing Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) after a nasty romantic run-in with a narcissist, and subsequently witnessing Trump’s behaviour was triggering her symptoms…
I’ve often suspected that romantic catastrophes can produce the gamut of PTSD-like symptoms. I’ve seen it in my clients, and I’ve experienced it myself. Yet we don’t seem to talk about it in those terms. Why not? Read more…
If the US presidency were a regular job, Psychologists would draw up selection criteria and candidates would be screened for stability and competence.
How might the world look if more leaders were earnest public servants instead of unstable egoists and sociopaths?
Blog post #1. Here it is, finally. I’ve contemplated writing a blog for about two years, and have finally taken the plunge. I hope to bring you interesting ponderings about life, happiness and the human condition, with practical take-home tips, a little humour, and as much wisdom and objectivity as I can muster.
Also, the psychology of business and current affairs. This blog is taking shape just as the USA has concluded its history-changing Clinton-Trump 2016 election…
I’ve also got a book on the boil. It’s about… Read more…