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Underlying motives of the overidentification test

Are you curious about the underlying motives of overidentification? This article delves into the concept of overidentification, explaining its nuances and providing a comprehensive test to measure your level of identification. Discover how overidentification can impact your life and learn to balance your self-consciousness with other-consciousness for better emotional well-being. Explore the detailed scoring convention and insightful questions designed to help you understand your identification tendencies.

Uncovering overidentification

Ever wondered why common approaches to social anxiety often fall short? Discover the concept of overidentification and learn how it might be the hidden cause of your stress in social situations. Dive into practical exercises and insights to regain control and find peace.

Are you overidentifying? Take the identification test!

Are you curious about your tendency towards over-identification? This blog post introduces a comprehensive overidentification test designed to measure your propensity for identification. Discover whether you lean towards over-identification or under-identification and learn more about the foundations of this insightful test. Take the test now and explore the detailed analysis provided in the original article.

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The (false) promise of Sustainable Finance

Are you wondering if sustainable finance is truly the solution to our environmental challenges? In this article, I delve into the false promises of sustainable finance, revealing how current financial systems and regulations may actually hinder our path to a sustainable future. Discover why a fundamental transformation is essential and explore potential alternatives that align better with long-term sustainability goals.

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How banks create money from thin air: a superpower in commercial hands

Ever wondered how banks create money from thin air? In this article, I explain the unique ability of banks to generate money by issuing loans, using simple balance sheet examples. Discover the implications of this practice and how it impacts the economy. Join me as I uncover the fascinating mechanics behind money creation and its broader effects.

The Impact of Switching Banks

Ever wondered how switching banks can impact the environment? In this post, I explore how moving your savings to a sustainable bank can significantly reduce your carbon footprint. Discover the dual impact of your financial choices and learn how to support industries that prioritize renewable energy and social justice. Join me in making a positive change with a simple switch.