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dimensions of consciousness

variables along which the overall quality of a person’s consciousness can be assessed, including mood and feeling tone, internal or external focus of attention, changes in spatial awareness, a sense of flow or difficulty, degree of self-awareness, and degree of self-identification with groups or individuals.

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January 31st 2025

pseudoforgiveness

pseudoforgiveness

n. the external expression of forgiveness for an offender while still internally harboring anger, a desire for retribution, or other negative feelings toward the offender.