Meaning of Introject | Babel Free

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An element of another person that is unconsciously incorporated into one's psyche.

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“When introjects are weak (or even absent), an anaclitic personality configuration results, characterized by dependency, insecurity, and feelings of helplessness and emptiness.”

“Repetitious comments are other examples of introjects that we take on as if they were truths. These include: You're lazy; you're selfish; you'll never amount to anything; […]”

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