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An Introduction to the Vritti model

The Adaptative Intelligences

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The Unconscious Traps

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The Unconscious Traps

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Grey Personalities

They are driven by a need to assert control, avoid vulnerability, and protect themselves and those they care about. While their strength and determination are admirable, they are prone to certain unconscious traps:

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1. Over-identification with Strength

Trap: Greys see vulnerability as weakness and over-identify with being strong, often suppressing their softer emotions.

Impact: This can lead to emotional disconnection, both from themselves and others, making it difficult to form deep, trusting relationships.

2. Control and Dominance

Trap: Greys have a strong desire to control their environment and the people in it to feel safe.

Impact: This can make them appear domineering or intimidating, unintentionally alienating others.

3. Reactivity and Anger

Trap: They may react impulsively to perceived threats or injustices with anger or force, seeing conflict as a way to assert control.

Impact: This can escalate situations unnecessarily and strain relationships, even when their intentions are protective or just.

4. Resistance to Vulnerability

Trap: Greys often resist showing vulnerability or admitting when they are hurt, fearing it will make them appear weak.

Impact: This can prevent them from receiving support and empathy, leaving them feeling isolated or misunderstood.

5. Black-and-White Thinking

Trap: They may categorize people and situations as either for them or against them, oversimplifying complex dynamics.

Impact: This rigid mindset can lead to unnecessary conflict and missed opportunities for collaboration or growth.

6. Overprotectiveness

Trap: Their protective instincts can become overbearing, as they try to shield loved ones from harm or control outcomes.

Impact: This can stifle others’ autonomy and create dependency or resentment.

7. Distrust of Others

Trap: Greys may struggle to trust others, believing they need to rely solely on themselves to ensure safety and success.

Impact: This can make them overly self-reliant and resistant to teamwork or delegation.

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How Grey Personalities can avoid these Traps

Embrace vulnerability: Recognize that showing vulnerability is a sign of strength and fosters deeper connections.

Practice patience: Respond thoughtfully rather than reacting impulsively to perceived threats or challenges.

Develop trust: Work on trusting others and allowing them to contribute, even if it feels risky.

Explore softer emotions: Connect with feelings like sadness or fear to balance their intense energy and deepen relationships.

Shift from control to collaboration: Focus on empowering others rather than dominating or shielding them.

By becoming aware of these traps, Greys can channel their strength and passion into building authentic connections and creating positive change, without losing their core sense of empowerment.

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