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Term: Intellectualisation

Description:

Intellectualisation refers to the process of analyzing or rationalizing events, ideas, or emotions in a detached and intellectual manner, often suppressing or disregarding one's feelings or emotions. It involves emphasizing intellectual understanding and logic while minimizing emotional aspects.

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As a noun:

1. The intellectualisation of the subject matter hindered the emotional connection with the reader.
2. Her constant intellectualisation of her problems prevented her from fully experiencing her emotions.
3. The philosopher's emphasis on intellectualisation neglects the significance of experience and intuition.

As a verb:

1. The therapist encouraged her to intellectualise her traumatic experiences as a coping mechanism.
2. When faced with difficult situations, he tends to intellectualise and rationalize rather than express his feelings.
3. She tried to intellectualise the conflict by analyzing it from multiple perspectives.

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