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2 Preconscious
Preconscious is part of the mind which contains elements which are not conscious but can become conscious either easy or difficult. There are two kinds
of preconscious sources. First comes from the perceptions of conscious. Second comes from the imaginations of conscious.
3 Conscious
Conscious is part of the mind which has a little role in psychological theory. It can be defined as mental elements which are realized in a certain time.
In this part, we know what we do and we know our reason to do it. From all parts of the mind, only this part can be accessed directly. It means that we can only
understand our actions in this part of the mind.
b. Provinces of the Mind
According to Sigmund Freud, in the book Theories of Personality written by Jess Feist and Gregory J. Feist, the human mind is structured so that its great
weight and density lie beneath the surface below the level of consciousness. There are three psychic zones.
1 The id is the reservoir of libido, the primary source of all psychic energy.
2 The ego is the rational governing agent of the psyche.
3 The superego is the moral censoring agency, the repository of conscience and
pride.
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c. Dynamics of Personality
According to Sigmund Freud, in the book Theories of Personality written by Jess Feist and Gregory J. Feist, people are motivated to seek pleasure and to
reduce tension and anxiety. This motivation is derived from psychical and physical energy that springs from their basic drives.
1 Drives
Drives are also called as internal stimulus. We cannot avoid it although we try to. Drives are rooted in id however they are controlled by ego. The source of
this drives is the body itself which is in a happy or tense condition. The purpose of drives is to find happiness by releasing uncomfortable or tense condition, while
the object of drives is something which has role to reach the purpose.
2 Sex
The purpose of sexual drive is pleasure, but not limited to genital satisfaction. Pleasure can be found in the whole body.
3 Aggression
The purpose of aggression drive is self destruction. Like sexual drive, aggression drive is also flexible. It can take a number of forms, such as teasing,
gossip, sarcasm, humiliation, humor, and the enjoyment of other people’s suffering. “The aggressive tendency is present in everyone and is the explanation
for wars, atrocities, and religious persecution.” 2009:33
