Catharsis
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A natural or artificial purgation of any passage, as of themouth, bowels, etc.
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noun relating to [cathartic]. Introduced by [Aristotle] meaning the process of relieving strong feelings eg thru drama or other artistic activities, targeting provision of relief from anger or suffering.
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The release of pent-up or repressed energies through their attachment to a new object or situation and their resultant release. For instance, the vicarious satisfaction of a desire to commit violence due to frustration with ones
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a therapeutical technique used to release tension by bringing repressed feelings and fear to surface
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Plural: Catharses
Noun:The release of emotions or emotional tension to restore or refresh the spirit. Venting.
Medical Term - Purging, especially the digestive tract. See [hurl], [blow chunks] -
Exressions of pity and terror in plays, etc.
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The process of releasing, and thereby providing relief from, strong or repressed emotions.
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