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The concept of psychological numerology
What is Psychological Numerology?
"Psychological Numerology" is not an official term or a widely recognized branch of numerology. However, it can be understood in two main ways:
Applying numerological principles to gain a deeper understanding of individual psychology: In this way, numerology is used as a tool to explore aspects of a person's personality, motivations, fears, hidden talents, and behavioral tendencies. The master numbers, life path numbers, destiny numbers, and other numerology indicators can be interpreted to provide psychological insights into oneself and others. For example:
A person with a master number of 7 can be described as analytical, inquisitive, introspective, and sometimes somewhat withdrawn. This can help them better understand their need for personal space and how they process information.
A person with a life path number 3 may be identified as creative, communicative, and self-expressive. This may help them orient themselves towards artistic pursuits or careers that involve social interaction.
In this context, numerology is used as a means of self-awareness and understanding of others, similar to the way personality tests (e.g. MBTI, Enneagram) are used in psychology. However, it is important to emphasize that numerology is not based on scientific methods and is not recognized by the mainstream psychological community.
A psychological and personal development-focused approach to numerology: Some numerologists may focus on using numerology analysis to aid in personal development, resolve psychological issues, or improve relationships. They may combine insights from numerology with psychological principles (though unorthodox) to provide advice or guidance.
Differences between psychological numerology and mainstream psychology
Scientific Basis
Psychological Numerology: Based on principles and concepts from numerology, using numbers to analyze personality and behavior. No solid scientific basis.
Mainstream Psychology: Based on scientific research, experiments, and widely accepted theories. Uses rigorous and testable research methods.
Approach
Psychological Numerology: Uses numbers from birth date and name to make analysis. Focuses on spiritual and personal aspects.
Mainstream Psychology: Uses research methods such as surveys, interviews, and experiments to understand human behavior and emotions.
Purpose of Use
Psychological Numerology: Helps users explore themselves, develop personally, and improve relationships through numbers.
Mainstream Psychology: Focuses on understanding, explaining, and treating psychological problems, mental illness, and abnormal behavior.
Subjects of Study
Psychological Numerology: Primarily studies individuals and their spiritual aspects, without a classification of illness.
Orthodox Psychology: Studies both individuals and groups, including illnesses, symptoms, and treatments.
Methods of Assessment
Psychological Numerology: Assessment is based on numbers and their meanings, without a clinical test.
Orthodox Psychology: Assessment is based on scientific standards, including psychological tests and clinical interviews.
Psychological Numerology and mainstream psychology have distinct differences in their basis, methods, goals, and assessment methods. While psychological numerology is personal and spiritual, mainstream psychology relies on scientific and empirical research to understand and treat psychological problems.
