Stoicism - Resurgence of CBT’s Grandaddy
When an old mentor stops by the office, the conversation turns to Stoicism, Epictetus, and the foundations of CBT. A reflective look at how ancient philosophy continues to inform modern therapy—and why some ideas endure because they work.
J. Michael Mcgee
Feb 45 min read
The Hubris–Nemesis Complex: When Power Becomes Pathology
Pride isn’t always confidence—it can be a warning sign. The hubris–nemesis complex describes how unchecked power and denial of feedback lead to self-destruction in individuals, organizations, and nations. Understanding this cycle helps us recognize when ego turns into pathology—and how insight can stop the fall.
J. Michael Mcgee
Nov 4, 20254 min read
Doing the Opposite, the Hebb’s Rule and Paradoxical Thinking
What if relief from OCD starts with doing the opposite of what your mind insists? J. Michael McGee explores paradoxical thinking, Hebb’s rule, and rewiring the brain.
J. Michael Mcgee
Sep 29, 20254 min read