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In the philosophy of Hans-Georg Gadamer, a fusion of horizons (German: Horizontverschmelzung) is the process through which the members of a hermeneutical dialogue establish the broader context within which they come to a shared understanding. In phenomenology, a horizon refers to the context within which of any meaningful presentation is
Self-expansion motives can explain why people may appreciate intergroup contact, however, it can also provide explanations for why we avoid this intergroup contact. People may be cautious of self-expansion due to a sense of self-loss. As we self-expand in one area we may put ourselves at risk of losing aspects of the self in another area.
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The broaden-and-build theory in positive psychology suggests that positive emotions (such as happiness, and perhaps interest and anticipation) broaden one's awareness and encourage novel, exploratory thoughts and actions. [1] Over time, this broadened behavioral repertoire builds useful skills and psychological resources.
Maltese psychologist Edward de Bono (pictured in 2009) introduced the term "lateral thinking" in 1967.. Lateral thinking is a manner of solving problems using an indirect and creative approach via reasoning that is not immediately obvious.
Higher consciousness (also called expanded consciousness) is a term that has been used in various ways to label particular states of consciousness or personal development. [1]
"Horizon of expectation" (German: Erwartungshorizont) is a term fundamental to German academic Hans Robert Jauss's reception theory.The concept is a component of his theory of literary history where his intention is to minimise the gulf between the schools of literature and history which have previously relegated the reader to play only a minor role in the interpretation of literature. [1]
Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck spent Christmas together with their kids, according to an inside source.. The exclusive source tells PEOPLE that the exes and co-parents, both 52, celebrated the ...