The Phantom of the Psyche

Inner passivity refers to an aspect of our unconscious mind that filters our perceptions of reality and distorts our sense of self. It binds us to a second-hand experience of ourself.
This condition, which affects men and women equally, is much more than just our difficulty in standing up for our rights. It is complex and mysterious, concealed in our psyche beneath feelings of being helpless, overwhelmed, and indecisive.
This unconscious screening system contributes to feelings of being defective or unworthy, and it plays a role in procrastination, failure, and addictive and compulsive behaviors. It is a factor in hundreds of symptoms, including anxiety, fear, anger, and depression. The author, psychotherapist Peter Michaelson is a former journalist and science writer, and he has successfully practiced this depth psychology with hundreds of clients.
Free of inner passivity, we connect with our creativity, self-expression, and capacity for intimacy. We clear the way for the fulfillment of our courage, integrity, compassion, and love, along with reunion with our authentic self.