

409: When Your Deranged Dad Calls the FBI on You | Feedback Friday
Sep 25, 2020
In a thought-provoking discussion, the hosts tackle a listener's alarming family situation involving a father's questionable actions towards his grandchild. They emphasize the need for legal guidance amid family mental health issues and explore the risks of confronting illegal cannabis operations in a landscaping job. Additionally, they delve into how negativity bias shapes perceptions of today's world, contrasting it with the past, and encourage viewers to build authentic relationships in an increasingly fast-paced media landscape.
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Present Negativity Bias
- Negativity bias and cultural tendencies can skew our perception of the present.
- We tend to view the past positively and the present negatively, especially in Western cultures.
Managing Media Consumption
- Control your biases by understanding how media affects your perceptions.
- Be mindful of social media and news consumption to avoid negativity spirals.
Handling Harassment
- Ignore harassing family members; do not engage, especially if mentally unstable.
- If harassment continues, consider a restraining order instead of engaging further.