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    Invisible Prisons of the Human Mind
    Invisible Prisons of the Human Mind
    Invisible Prisons of the Human Mind
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    Invisible Prisons of the Human Mind

    By Andreas Michael Theodorou

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    Why do people behave the way they do? What are the factors which influence the behaviour of humans? What is the role of the Spirit, the Soul, The Mind and the Consciousness in what is commonly known as human character or personality? How is human behaviour controlled so that it remains within acceptable limits? Is freedom of expression compromised by false data and invalid standards? What factors are responsible for the exhibition of extreme types of behaviour? What is the role of malevolent indoctrination or propaganda in the exhibition of such extreme behaviour? How does one safeguard the purity of one’s Mind and how does one publicly project the best possible personality?
    Questions, such as those above and many others similar to them, are answered in a simple yet factual manner. The structure and processes involved in the determination of one’s behaviour are explained in detail and the explanation is accompanied by many relevant examples. One is given in detail the methods in order to ensure that one evaluates all critical standards and references used in one’s behaviour control mechanism; one is also given the basis upon which one may develop the skills required in order to pre-empt other peoples’ response or reaction to a particular situation. This fact provides one with an advantage against other people in almost all areas of human activity. Understanding what is hidden behind the façade presented by an individual or group of individuals, enables one to select the most effective method of communicating or interacting with them. But one of the greatest benefits in acquiring these skills is that one may use them in designing, for oneself, the best possible control mechanism consisting of high value standards and therefore achieving what is commonly referred to, as self-development or self-improvement.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherAndreas Michael Theodorou
    Release dateApr 18, 2016
    ISBN9781311609809
    Invisible Prisons of the Human Mind
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    Andreas Michael Theodorou

    Born in the island Cyprus to a deeply religious family, grew up amidst the liberation struggle against colonialism and the subsequent intercommunal fighting. Completing his high school education on the island, he continued his studies in Greece obtaining a diploma in light current engineering. He got married to his childhood sweetheart and they are still happily married with two children, both graduates and successful entrepreneurs in the field of Information Technology.Due to the Turkish invasion of Cyprus he never returned to the island, emigrating instead to South Africa where he started working in a manufacturing company as a technician. In parallel he continued his studies and obtained a diploma in Datametrics (Physics and Computer Science) from the University of South Africa. He remained all his working life with the same company moving through the ranks of Manager, Production Director and eventually Managing Director. He retired a few years ago and he found the time to get involved with his real hobby of software development and design of all sorts of applications. Becoming an author was never among his intentions but, as you will realize reading his book titled "A Grain of Sand", he was left with no alternative.

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      Invisible Prisons of the Human Mind - Andreas Michael Theodorou

      Invisible Prisons of the Human Mind

      By Andreas Michael Theodorou

      Copyright 2016 Andreas Michael Theodorou

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      Table of Contents

      Chapter 1 - The regulator of human behaviour.

      Chapter 2 - Mansion walls made of words and concepts.

      Chapter 3 - Majestic mansion or a prison cell?

      Chapter 4 - Selection and prioritisation of References.

      Chapter 5 - Liberating the Mind and repairing the control mechanism

      Chapter 6 - The benefits derived from understanding human behaviour.

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      Chapter 1 - The regulator of human behaviour

      A main reason, for the failure of humans to have meaningful communication and common understanding, is the difference of perception regarding the concepts under discussion. If there is differentiation in the understanding or perception of the concepts, then the probability of reaching common and useful conclusions is very low. In order to avoid such unfortunate eventuality happening, with regard to the discussions in this book, it is necessary that the meaning of words and concepts, which are used in the study and analysis of the theme, are fully explained and clarified. The main concepts concerned and their meaning as used in the discussion are the following:

      1) The human body- The physical appearance and main interface of a human being with its environment. It also serves as the package which houses all organs and biological structures essential for the survival of the human being. Although there are certain semi-automatic functions, in general the activities of the body are under the direct control of the human brain. Communication, between the brain and all parts of the body, takes place via the complex neuron network.

      2) The human brain- The central unit which handles all logical processing based on an inherent natural framework of rules of reasoning and data provided by the human sensory system. On basic internal level the brain functions within the limits imposed by the rules of reasoning and it is not subject to any other restrictions. There are though, many pre-programmed automatic responses to a variety of internal or external stimuli. Most of these responses are not the result of logical processing but they are instinctive and in accordance with human nature. Consider, as example, the response to a sudden loud noise; the fast cowering in order to protect vital parts of the body from possible danger is such a kind of pre-programmed response. If now one’s interaction with one’s environment is analysed, it becomes obvious that the brain is operating in a different mode and that the rules of reasoning play a much more important role in this situation. At this point it becomes necessary to introduce the concepts of human Mind, Spirit, Soul and Consciousness.

      3) The human Mind- Many times people confuse the words mind and brain and use them in an interchangeable manner which strictly speaking is not correct. The brain is a physical organ which carries out specific processes under a fixed regime of rules producing outcomes based on the data it receives from the body sensors. But the brain is not capable of determining, on its own, either the task to be performed or the purpose which will be served by such performance. This is where the concept of human Mind enters the discussion. In simple terms one could think of the Mind as being the combination of a physical entity, the brain and the entity commonly referred to as human Spirit. This Spirit is the internal energy and driving force behind one’s creativity and imagination. It enjoys every possible freedom to direct the brain’s tasks towards imagining, conceptualizing, designing and creating anything which is within the limits of logic and the limits of possibility. One will be correct in considering the Spirit to be the motivator and initiator of every single human activity, thought or imagination. Utilising the capability of the brain, the wants, desires or designs of the Spirit are processed in a logical sequence and they are transformed, if possible, into tangible and defined outcomes. It is obvious that without either the brain or the Spirit the Mind has no meaning, or substance. A brain on its own cannot produce any outcomes because it lacks the energy and the motivation which can only be provided by the Spirit. Similarly the Spirit on its own is unable to logically process any sort of data or input because it lacks the processing capability. But these two elements together form a completely functioning unit which in the final analysis provides the distinction between higher and lower forms of life, with the differentiating characteristic being that of reasoning and creating. It is important to remember that as far as the internal processes are concerned they are hidden from any outside observer and the only one aware of their existence and outcomes is the person whose Mind produced these outcomes. In turn, the Mind on its own is incapable of communicating anything to the outside world and therefore it

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