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fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Why Do We Resist Anything Different?

Fear of the unfamiliar is an evolutionary instinct that no longer serves us. Social conditioning reinforces this fear, limiting growth and understanding. Exposure, self-reflection, and embracing change are vital for overcoming fear of difference.
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fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Mistakes Were Made, and That's a Good Thing

Mistakes evoke anxiety due to social conditioning and our evolutionary wiring.
Adopting a growth mindset enables viewing mistakes as learning opportunities.
Creating safe environments promotes risk-taking and resilience.
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