The Daily Stoic How to Enjoy Life Fully
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Feb 12, 2023 
In this insightful discussion, Anthony DeMeo, an Indian Jesuit priest and psychotherapist, shares his meditations on love and awareness. He delves into how our societal programming can skew our understanding of love and happiness. DeMeo emphasizes breaking free from attachments that foster negative emotions and urges listeners to find true joy within themselves. He explores the mind's functions, revealing how to reframe emotional responses and detach from external validation, leading to a more fulfilling life.
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Internal Programming and Negative Emotions
- You possess internal programming dictating how the world should be, influencing your wants and desires.
- This programming, shaped by external factors, triggers negative emotions when its demands aren't met.
Observing Internal Programming
- Observe how your internal programming activates negative emotions in unpleasant situations.
- Recognize that these emotions stem from your programming, not the situation itself.
The Programming of Unhappiness
- You've been programmed to believe that happiness depends on external factors like possessions or approval.
- This programming leads to attachments and the constant struggle to acquire and maintain these things.
