We’ve all done it. Endlessly searched for the why. Why did this happen? Why didn’t I see it coming? Why didn’t they support me in this? Why now? Why me? What are we actually seeking when we ask ourselves why? At its core, why is a question about cause, reason, or purpose. It’s our way…
You’ve seen this scene before— A cowboy stands in a dusty street, hand near his holster, facing his opponent. Or maybe it’s a sharp-dressed gangster in a smoky backroom, eyes locked on his nemesis standing before him. The setup is always the same when one character says to the other, in a slow, steady voice:…
Ever noticed how some people seem to find the negative in everything—no matter what? Meanwhile, others act like everything is amazing, even when reality is clearly saying otherwise. It’s another perfectly sunny 75-degree day, not a cloud in the sky! Most people would call that beautiful. But someone stuck in negativity bias might grumble, “Great.…