“To experience conflicts knowingly, though it may be distressing, can be an invaluable asset. The more we face our own conflicts and seek out our own solutions, the more inner freedom and strength we will gain. Only when we are willing to bear the brunt can we approximate the ideal of being the captain of our ship. Spurious tranquillity rooted in inner dullness is anything but enviable. It is bound to make us weak and an easy prey to any kind of influence.”
Quote by Karen Horney
Work
Our Inner Conflicts: A CONSTRUCTIVE THEORY OF NEUROSIS
Our Inner Conflicts: A CONSTRUCTIVE THEORY OF NEUROSIS is a scholarly work that examines the psychological underpinnings of neurosis. The author presents a comprehensive theory that analyzes the internal conflicts that contribute to neurotic behavior. The book is intended for readers interested in psychology, mental health, and the complexities of human emotions. more
Author
Karen Horney
Karen Horney, a German-born American psychoanalyst, was born on September 16, 1885, and died on December 4, 1952. She is known for her research on the theories and treatments of neurosis, which had a profound impact on the development of psychoanalysis. more
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