Stoicism - Stoicism for Emotional Resilience
What if a calmer life begins with how we think about what happens to us? In this reflective essay, a therapist recalls lessons from a mentor and the ancient wisdom behind modern therapies like CBT—offering simple ideas about responsibility, control, and the virtues that help us live well.
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