In Episode 2 of our series, we return to Freud’s idea of fixation, the sense of being stuck at a childhood stage where some need was left unmet. Why do some of us chew pens when anxious, insist on perfect order, or crave attention again and again? These are not flaws but messages from younger parts of ourselves.
This episode explores what fixation means in daily life, why Freud’s theory is both insightful and limited, and how modern thinkers like Daniel Siegel, Daniel Goleman, Carl Rogers, and Viktor Frankl help us reframe it. Through relatable examples and practices, we discover how to transform old patterns into sources of self-awareness and growth.
Instead of labeling ourselves, we learn to listen with compassion
and
find that fixation is not where our story ends, but where a new chapter begins.
15 Sept 2025
FIXATION: Understanding in Freud’s Psychosexual Stages
Why do some adults chew pens when anxious, obsess over order, or constantly crave attention? Freud called it fixation, when part of us gets emotionally stuck in childhood stages of development.
In this episode, we explore:
What fixation really means.
How unmet needs in childhood echo into adult habits
The subtle ways fixation shapes our relationships, work, and coping styles
Practical steps to recognize and gently move past old patterns
If you’ve ever wondered why certain habits or behaviors feel hard to shake this episode might just give you the “aha” moment you need.
12 Jun 2024
Psychodynamic Theories
Part 1: Sigmund fraud's psychoanalytic Theory, structure of personality, defense mechanisms, topographical model, state of consciousness
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