What is Psycho-Cybernetics?
Psycho-Cybernetics might sound complicated, but it is based on the simple principle of substituting negative thinking with encouraging and strengthening thoughts to build confidence. To sum up Psycho-Cybernetics in one sentence: “How you think makes ALL the difference.” Psycho-Cybernetics was started by cosmetic surgeon Dr. Maxwell Maltz. What does Pscycho-Cybernetics mean? The term psycho refers to the mind and cybernetics refers to a self regulating feedback system (e.g like a thermostat). Psycho-Cybernetics explains the mechanisms used to create a positive self image. How to Change Dr Maltz was a plastic surgeon. He noticed some of his patients after surgery suffered from low self-esteem. These patients had emotional scars from their past, leading to an inaccurate self-image. The old self image they had would sabotage their attempt to change. Dr. Maltz saw the unhappy behaviour as the result of negative self feedba...