TABLE 2-2. Principle of Symmetry in Individual Family Members
Extreme |
Emotional Category |
Opposite Extreme |
Rebellion |
Authority |
Blind acceptance |
Just like parent |
Identification |
Totally dissimilar |
Displace onto others |
Pain |
Hoard it for oneself |
Can't leave home |
Stuck in family of origin |
Can't go home |
Promiscuous |
Libido |
Low or asexual |
Always avoid |
Conflict |
Must confront |
Account to the penny |
Budget |
No planning |
Hot-tempered |
Anger |
Soother |
No mourning |
Mourning |
Extended Mourning |
Never give in to it |
Handicap |
Use a constant excuse |