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 feedback. The negative feedback came from focusing on a