Projecting

What if the qualities we most strongly criticise in others sometimes reveal something uncomfortable about ourselves?

Projection is one of psychology's most intriguing defence mechanisms. By attributing unwanted feelings, fears, desires, or characteristics to other people, we can avoid confronting difficult aspects of our own inner lives.

Projection explores the origins of this psychological concept, from Sigmund Freud and Carl Jung to its influence on relationships, workplace conflicts, social judgments, and political divisions.

Through accessible explanations and everyday examples, the book examines how projection distorts perception, fuels misunderstanding, and allows unconscious emotional conflicts to shape our interactions.

Discover how recognising projection can deepen self-awareness, improve relationships, and help distinguish genuine observations from the fears and assumptions we bring into the world.