3 Signs Someone is Projecting Their Insecurities Into You

In this video, we're going to talk about the phenomenon called projection. Projection is a defense mechanism used to deal with feelings of insecurity and inadequacy. We all have times when we project our own insecurities onto other people. Sometimes, this happens unconsciously, and we don't even realize it. In this video, we're going to explore the different ways in which projection can occur, and how you can overcome it. By understanding projection, you'll be able to stop falling victim to it and start living your life to the fullest!

DISCLAIMER: This article is meant for educational purposes. We are not attacking or diagnosing any individual(s). If you feel you or a loved one is projecting onto others, please contact a mental health professional.

Did you know that your trauma can cause unhealthy coping mechanisms? We made a video all about that here:    • How Your Trauma Explains Your Coping ...  

Writer/Researcher: Monique Zizzo
Editor: Brie Villanueva
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References

ChoosingTherapy.com. (2022, October 11). Projection: Definition, Examples, & Use as a Defense Mechanism. Choosing Therapy. www.choosingtherapy.com/projection/

Gillette, H. (2021, October 22). What Is Projection? Psych Central. psychcentral.com/health/what-is-projection

Newman, L. S., Duff, K. J., & Baumeister, R. F. (1997). A new look at defensive projection: Thought suppression, accessibility, and biased person perception. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 72(5), 980–1001. doi.org/10.1037/0022-3514.72.5.980

Brenner, G. We Project Onto Romantic Partners Our Own Desires to Cheat. www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/experimentations/201710/we-project-romantic-partners-our-own-desires-cheat

MyTherapist.com. What Is Projection Psychology and What Does It Reveal About People? www.mytherapist.com/advice/psychology/what-is-projection-psychology-and-what-does-it-reveal-about-people/