basic projection a defence mechanism projection per se is a relatively straightforward mechanism in which unpalatable impulses, feelings and parts of the self

basic projection a defence mechanism projection per se is a relatively straightforward mechanism in which unpalatable impulses, feelings and parts of the self are projected out and onto others. simple format, projecting unacceptable parts of self onto other people Projecting your very low IQ onto other people, when it is you with the low IQ. Projecting your self hatred onto other races or those deemed different, when it is yourself that you hate.