The forward edge is a concept within Self Psychology, and the work of Marian Tolpin has served as one of our greatest guides. There is much to read and understand about it, but here we present the basic ideas behind this approach.
We are all born with the natural instinct to strive, grow and move forward. As social beings, we also have needs that must be met in order to grow, and we depend on certain 'emotional nutrients' that only others can provide.
When the people in our lives are relatively responsive to our needs (especially our parents when we are infants and children), we flourish. When others are not responsive enough, or when something occurs that creates overwhelming need (i.e. trauma), we may fall off track.
The natural instinct to grow is always there, but it is often hidden behind symptoms or defenses we employ to function. Take 'acting out' for example. Acting out is a symptom of some need not being met. It is easy to become distracted by this 'behavioral noise', and to have trouble seeing one's wish to move forward.
With enough resiliency factors (enough good to outweigh the bad), some people are able to overcome these challenges without much disruption. Others struggle and may seek help in the form of therapy.
When people come to see us (the founders) in our offices, we use a 'forward edge' approach. We look beyond symptoms, defenses and 'behavioral noise' to find the 'tendrils' of the healthy instincts. We draw them out and help patients grow by providing the much needed 'emotional nutrients.' Our expertise is in knowing what those emotional nutrients are and how to provide them. And it is the function of the relationship (who we are to the patient, not just what we talk about) that is transformative.
With Kozist, we have created a virtual environment around the 'emotional nutrients' that people need. What you see in the app is not the same language or quite the same concept, for the theory is far more complex. However. the community is designed for members to provide 'emotional nutrients' for each other. It is NOT therapy, but members should be able to provide enough to greatly benefit the social, emotional, and mental health for all. Think of it this way: If everyone's needs were better met, fewer people would need therapy.
We all need emotional nutrients throughout our lifetime. Similar to physical health, we are never done taking care of our mental health. And as social beings, it is not possible to simply take care of yourself. Kozist is for everyone and for a lifetime. We are stronger together! Work Kozist, love your life!
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