The Art of Manliness How to Deal With the Worry of Waiting
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Apr 3, 2023 Kate Sweeny, a psychology professor known for her work on the mental impact of waiting, dives into the psychological toll that uncertainty takes on us. She discusses why waiting can be particularly stressful and identifies the types of people who tend to experience heightened anxiety. Kate shares practical strategies to cope, like embracing pessimism and finding flow through engaging activities. Additionally, she sheds light on the dynamic nature of social support, offering insights on how to better support those in limbo.
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Waiting Stress vs. Other Stress
- Waiting stress differs from other stress because you lack control over the information.
- This uncertainty is uncomfortable because humans are wired to resolve unknowns, causing a sense of paralysis.
Waiting for Biopsy Results
- Brett McKay and Kate Sweeny discuss the stress of waiting for medical results, like a biopsy.
- Many women find the waiting period more stressful than receiving the diagnosis, highlighting the difficulty of uncertainty.
Time Distortion
- Time seems to slow down during stressful waiting periods, similar to any unpleasant experience.
- This distorted time perception adds to the difficulty of waiting, making the resolution feel further away.