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    • Group Therapy

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    • Societal well-being is undermined by collective traumas.
    • The COVID-19 pandemic and social currents have intensified struggles with love and hate.
    • These challenges have also spurred creative changes in society and therapeutic settings.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To address contemporary societal and group therapy challenges concerning love and hate.
    • To examine the impact of collective trauma on individual and group dynamics.
    • To explore the role of self-development within therapy groups for enhanced living and societal contribution.

    Main Methods:

    • Keynote address at the 2023 Connect Conference of the American Group Psychotherapy Association.
    • Analysis of societal trends and their impact on collective well-being.
    • Personal reflections and experiences from conducting "Love and Hate Institutes".

    Main Results:

    • Collective traumas significantly impact societal and group well-being.
    • Malignant hate presents a critical challenge to societal and individual development.
    • Therapy/process groups offer a pathway for personal growth and societal engagement.

    Conclusions:

    • Developing oneself in a therapy/process group can lead to a fuller life.
    • Group therapy provides a space to navigate complex emotions like love and hate.
    • Personal growth within groups can positively contribute to society.