A defense mechanism in psychodynamic psychology aka distorted thinking pattern in CBT.
Quote:
Compartmentalization
Compartmentalization is a lesser form of dissociation, wherein parts of oneself are separated from awareness of other parts and behaving as if one had separate sets of values. An example might be an honest person who cheats on their income tax return and keeps their two value systems distinct and un-integrated while remaining unconscious of the cognitive dissonance.
"If you strike me down, I will become more powerful than you can possibly imagine!" 1st thread
