irrational self
[/ɪˈræʃənəl sɛlf/]
nounpl: irrational selves
eu irracional
1. The aspect of a person's psyche or personality that operates based on emotions, instincts, and intuition rather than logic and reason
Her irrational self wanted to quit her job immediately, despite the logical reasons to stay.
Seu eu irracional queria sair do emprego imediatamente, apesar das razões lógicas para ficar.
2. In psychology, the unconscious or subconscious part of the mind that drives behavior without rational deliberation
The therapist helped him understand how his irrational self was sabotaging his relationships.
A terapeuta o ajudou a entender como seu eu irracional estava sabotando seus relacionamentos.
3. The part of oneself that acts on fear, desire, or impulse rather than reasoned judgment
Even the most logical person has an irrational self that occasionally takes control.
Até a pessoa mais lógica tem um eu irracional que ocasionalmente toma controle.
In both Brazilian and American psychology and self-help discourse, the concept of the 'irrational self' is often discussed in contrast to rational decision-making. In Brazil, this concept is frequently explored in therapy, coaching, and personal development contexts. The term reflects a Western psychological framework that distinguishes between emotional/instinctive and logical/rational aspects of human behavior.
NYC Slang
the crazy side / the unhinged part
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