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Why is suffering good? How does suffering make you a better person? According to Desmond Tutu and the Dalai Lama in The Book of Joy, suffering isn’t always bad. In fact, suffering can lead to positive emotional traits such as compassion and generosity and helps you cope with mortality. Continue reading to understand why suffering is good for the soul.
Are you regretting a big life decision right now? What are the worst ways to deal with this regret? Handling regret the wrong way will prevent you from growing from your regrets and using them to improve your life. In The Power of Regret, Daniel Pink covers the three wrong approaches to regret: the philosophy of no regrets, avoiding, and wallowing. Keep reading to learn how regretting life decisions with these coping mechanisms will ultimately hurt you in the long run.
What exactly are cognitive biases? How do biases hijack your reality and prevent you from thinking clearly? Cognitive biases are snap judgments we make about ourselves, others, and the world around us that are often based on false premises. As a result of biased thinking, we make all kinds of bad decisions and develop a distorted perception of our reality. Keep reading to learn about the psychology of cognitive biases, why they exist, and how they distort your thinking processes.
Is watching the news bad for you? What are the psychological effects of watching graphic news content? In late January, the killing of Tyre Nichols was made available to the public through security camera video of the fatal beating. However, many debate the pros and cons of watching graphically violent videos in the news. Read on to learn about the effects of watching graphic news content and if it’s bad for you.
What are the different types of regret? What are the most common regrets people have in life? In his book The Power of Regret, Daniel Pink argues that most of the regrets people have in life fit into one of four categories. Pink derives these categories from a broad national survey asking people to share their regrets. Here’s a look at the four main types of regret.
What are the telltale signs a marriage is falling apart? How can you rescue a marriage that’s headed for divorce? The telltale sign your marriage is headed for divorce is an ongoing problem that leads to flooding. Flooding is a psychological phenomenon in which one partner feels so emotionally stressed that they’re unable to respond rationally to their spouse. Here’s how flooding destroys marriages and some signs that your marriage might be in trouble.
What is mental toughness? Why is it important? How does mental strength benefit you? Mental toughness is a state of mind that you learn and earn through hard work, persistence, and patience. In The Mental Toughness Handbook, Damon Zahariades provides a guide to building mental fortitude so you can confront challenges and navigate adversity. Read on to learn more about mental toughness and its benefits, according to Zahariades.
Why is the human brain often compared to a computer? What are the similarities between the human brain’s and a computer’s functioning? Scientists have been using this analogy—that the brain is like a computer—for decades. Today, the question of whether or not we should view the brain as a complex computer is at the heart of a fierce debate. However, some parallels are hard to deny. Keep reading to learn how the brain is like a computer and what this means for you.
What is brain coupling? How does in-sync thinking foster collaboration in the workplace? Brain coupling is where your team is in sync with each other when it comes to ideas or projects. Vishen Lakhiani’s book The Buddha and the Badass claims that brain coupling is important for efficiency and decision-making in an organization. Discover how brain coupling works and why you should encourage it at work.
Why do we regret the past? What are the conditions that lead us to feel regret? Having regrets is natural for humans. We regret past relationships, missed opportunities, and embarrassing moments. According to Daniel Pink, the author of The Power of Regret, for regret to arise, two conditions must be present: personal agency and opportunity. Continue reading to learn what leads us to regret things.