It saves both time and energy if the lovers-to-be could form a relationship with each other efficiently and rationally. So why is the courting game such a complicated and sometimes protracted process? The answer to this question lies in the functions that this indirect contact-making fulfill. From the perspective of emotional logic, in fact, it … [Read more…]
Lovers Bonding via Compliance The contact rebus theory is not only useful therapeutically; it is a universally applicable concept of human behavior that lends itself to other contexts of human interaction (Motivational Work, part 1: Values and Theory, pages 349 – 388).To illustrate the general theory of the contact rebus, we can start by describing … [Read more…]
Universally Applicable The contact rebus theory is not only useful therapeutically; it is a universally applicable concept of human behavior that lends itself to other contexts of human interaction (Motivational Work, Part 1: Values and Theory, pages 349 – 388). To illustrate the general theory of the contact rebus, we can start by describing how … [Read more…]
The General Theory of the Contact Rebus The contact rebus theory is useful therapeutically; it is a universally applicable concept of human behavior that lends itself to other contexts of human interaction. Falling in love is a good illustration of the generality of the concept. Aggression is a way to connect for manifestly motivated lovers. … [Read more…]
View on Defense and Resistance The contact rebus serves as a guide on handling the defense and enables an understanding of the client’s resistance, creating a positive attitude towards the client. In essence, it is a new concept in psychology. The latter is, from an emotional perspective, crucial in Motivational Work. The client’s defensiveness is … [Read more…]
