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The Secret posted an update
I had a great day today.
Remember, do not give more weight to an odd of day than to all the other good or even average days.
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I just love the image!
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Despite sometimes coming across as frivolous, the playful side in me, I am also a psychoanalyst – so here are my two cents:
Negativity Bias is a cognitive bias where negative events, thoughts, or emotions have a greater psychological impact on you than neutral or positive ones of equal intensity.Key Characteristics:
– Stronger Recall: You’re more likely to remember an insult than a compliment.
– Heightened Reaction: A small criticism may affect your mood more than multiple praises uplift it.
– Faster Processing: Negative information is processed more quickly and thoroughly by the brain, often triggering stronger emotional and physiological responses.
Examples:
– Dwelling on one bad review despite receiving ten good ones.
– Remembering a mistake you made years ago more vividly than a success.
– Expecting the worst in uncertain situations, even when positive outcomes are just as likely.
Why It Exists:
From an evolutionary standpoint, it helped our ancestors survive. Reacting strongly to threats (e.g. predators, social rejection) increased chances of survival. However, in modern life, this wiring often creates unnecessary stress and distorted thinking.
How to Counter It:
1. Gratitude Training: Write 3 positive things daily.
2. Positive Reappraisal: Consciously reinterpret setbacks in a constructive light.
3. Savoring: Spend extra time feeling the joy of small positive moments.
4. Equal Weighting: Ask: “Am I giving this negative thought more importance than it deserves?”
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@Emma Love it, this is so important! Thank you.
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Existentialists is a philosophical movement that emphasizes individual existence, freedom, and choice. Existentialists believe that individuals are responsible for creating their own meaning and purpose in life, as opposed to relying on external sources such as religion or societal norms. Key concepts in existentialism include:
1. Existence precedes essence: Existentialists assert that individuals exist first and then define themselves through their actions and choices.
2. Freedom and responsibility: Existentialists emphasize the freedom of individuals to make their own choices, but also highlight the responsibility that comes with this freedom. They believe that individuals must take responsibility for their actions and their impact on the world.
3. Anxiety and authenticity: Existentialists often discuss the experience of anxiety that arises from the awareness of one’s freedom and responsibility. They advocate for authenticity, which involves being true to oneself and living in accordance with one’s own values and beliefs.
4. Absurdity: Existentialists contend that the universe is inherently meaningless, and that individuals must create their own meaning in a world that lacks inherent purpose or order.
5. Authenticity: Existentialists encourage individuals to live authentically by making choices that align with their true selves, rather than conforming to societal expectations or external influences.
Overall, existentialism emphasizes the importance of individual experience, choice, and responsibility in creating meaning and purpose in life.
