Épisodes

  • Marcus Aurelius and the Internal Citadel: A psychodynamic look at defense mechanisms in Meditations

    Marcus Aurelius and the Internal Citadel: A psychodynamic look at defense mechanisms in Meditations
    Apr 25 2026
    In this episode of Philosophical Psychodynamics, we explore Marcus Aurelius’ concept of the Internal Citadel through a psychodynamic lens, examining how Stoic practices in Meditations function as sophisticated defense mechanisms against psychological distress. We integrate existential psychology and philosophical principles to reveal how Aurelius cultivated self-awareness and emotional regulation by fortifying the inner self. Listeners will gain practical insights for building their own internal citadel in daily life, fostering greater authenticity and resilience.
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    6 min
  • The Ataraxia Analysis: Epicureanism as Affect Regulation

    The Ataraxia Analysis: Epicureanism as Affect Regulation
    Apr 22 2026
    Explore the intersection of ancient Hellenistic philosophy and modern depth psychology. This episode deconstructs the pursuit of *ataraxia* using psychodynamic personality axes, theories of emotional mastery, and concepts of self-fragmentation. Discover if tranquility is a state of mental health or a sophisticated defense against the universal "Anxiety of Lack."
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    4 min
  • Heraclitus and the Fluid Self: The Unconscious River You’re Always Stepping Into

    Heraclitus and the Fluid Self: The Unconscious River You’re Always Stepping Into
    Apr 20 2026
    A high-level breakdown of Heraclitus’ philosophy applied to modern psychodynamic theory, exploring the fluid self, unconscious processes, and personality development for EPPP exam success. This episode connects classical philosophy with Freud, Jung, and PDM-2 concepts to clarify dynamic versus static models of personality. Ideal for psychology students, clinicians, and licensing exam candidates seeking a deeper understanding of the unconscious mind and test-ready clinical insight.
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    4 min
  • The Prison of Perception: Kant and the Psychodynamic Mind

    The Prison of Perception: Kant and the Psychodynamic Mind
    Apr 13 2026
    3 min
  • Nietzsche’s Apollonian-Dionysian Duality

    Nietzsche’s Apollonian-Dionysian Duality
    Apr 6 2026
    4 min
  • THE MYTH OF DIONYSUS

    THE MYTH OF DIONYSUS
    Jul 27 2025
    8 min
  • AUGUSTINE AND NEUROSCIENCE

    AUGUSTINE AND NEUROSCIENCE
    Jul 13 2025
    5 min
  • CERBERUS THE THREE DOG AND GUARDIAN OF THE PSYCHES SHADOW

    CERBERUS THE THREE DOG AND GUARDIAN OF THE PSYCHES SHADOW
    Jul 6 2025
    2 min