The curse of the self : self-awareness, egotism, and the quality of human life
by
Leary, Mark R.
Title
:
The curse of the self : self-awareness, egotism, and the quality of human life
Author
:
Leary, Mark R.
ISBN
:
9780195325447
9780195172423
Personal Author
:
Leary, Mark R.
Publication Information
:
Oxford ; New York : Oxford University Press, 2004.
Physical Description
:
vii, 226 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.
Contents
:
The self-aware animal -- Living in two worlds -- Through the eyes of the ego -- Making ourselves miserable -- When selves collide -- Risking life and limb -- Religion and morality -- The self out of control -- Bringing out the best in the self.
Abstract
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"Is it possible to manage our self-reflection in a way that will minimize the disadvantages and maximize the advantages? Is there a way to control the egoistic self through self-reflection? In The Curse of the Self, Mark Leary explores the personal and social problems that are created by self-reflection, and, by drawing upon psychology and other behavioral sciences, offers insights into how these problems can be minimized."--BOOK JACKET.
Subject Term
:
Self.
Egoism.
Conduct of life.
Electronic Access
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| Library | Material Type | Item Barcode | Shelf Number | Copy |
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| IIEMSA | General Books | 33168023685619 | 155.2 L438C 2004 | 1 |