A discussion of one particular form of artistic inhibition, where artists misuse their art form in order to deaden unbearable emotions. Great works of art have dimension; they contain and express vital human truths. Unsuccessful works of art created in this defensive manner instead deaden emotion, rendering it “flat”, “two-dimensional” or lacking in depth.
Category: Society and Culture
This category is about observations of the world at large & an understanding of the human psychology applied to larger social and cultural issues.
A Portrait of Narcissistic Personality Disorder in ‘The Social Network’ (2010)
An examination of Mark Zuckerberg’s character in the film ‘The Social Network’ as a way to understand Narcissistic Personality Disorder and pathological narcissism.
Compassion, Altruism and the True Spirit of Generosity
Apparent altruism and compassion may actually be a way to feel good about oneself rather than to express real generosity toward others.
‘Avatar’, Toxic Shame and Avoidance of Authentic Relationships
The movie ‘Avatar’ embodies a fantasy shared by many people that it’s possible to escape one’s earthly damaged self and become a superior being without defects.
Narcissistic Behavior and the Lost Art of Conversation
Narcissistic people are usually waiting for their turn to make themselves the subject of conversation and have little real interest in other people.