Being Well with Forrest Hanson and Dr. Rick Hanson Changing Old Patterns, Self-Awareness, and Repairing Family Relationships: Mailbag
May 9, 2022
Discover why our brains cling to unwanted habits and how to discern which thoughts deserve our attention. The discussion dives into improving sibling relationships through vulnerability and personal growth. Explore the intricacies of meditation and what to do with the positive emotions that arise. Learn about the psychological factors that aid meditation and why we often say "kind of." It's a treasure trove of insights on changing old patterns and fostering self-awareness.
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Overcoming Negative Thought Patterns
- Acknowledge that your brain prioritizes familiar patterns, even negative ones.
- Challenge pessimistic predictions and recognize when they are routinely wrong.
Reasons for Being Stuck
- Negativity bias, overlearning from negative experiences, and prioritizing speed over flexibility are evolutionary traits.
- External stressors, underlying mood, and unaddressed root causes can contribute to negative thought patterns.
The Brain's Negativity Bias
- The brain prioritizes negative experiences in memory due to their emotional impact and directness.
- This negativity bias influences our psychology and behaviors as a protective mechanism.