You may not have this same experience, but for me going from reading about Sigmund Freud's view of human personality, motivation, and desire to reading about Carl Rogers' view is quite a shock. The two saw people quite differently. Can you distill down the essential differences? In contrast with what we have been learning about Freud, how do Rogers' ideas strike you? Can you summarize his theory in a few sentences? Lastly, according to Rogers, what role does the parent-child relationship play in the development of human personality?

Also, what are your thoughts on Maslow's concept of "self-actualization" as described in your reading this week. What are your thoughts on the criticisms of his ideas?