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John Bradshaw on magical thinking

Posted on March 1, 2016 by Palace Gate Counselling Service

“Children are magical. “Step on a crack, break your mother’s back.” Magic is the belief that certain words, gestures, or behaviours can change reality. Dysfunctional parents often reinforce their children’s magical thinking. For example, if you tell children that their … Continue reading →

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Drake Spaeth – Magical Thinking as Self Empowerment: A Pagan Contribution to Psychotherapy and Counseling

Posted on November 7, 2014 by Palace Gate Counselling Service

http://www.saybrook.edu/newexistentialists/posts/10-30-14 Click on the link for this interesting article from Drake on magical thinking, paganism, respecting our own/our clients’ internal locus, and his practice and beliefs. We think it’s very important to be open to diversity of ideas and ways … Continue reading →

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