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Join Richard Carlson, author of 'Stop Thinking, Start Living,' as he discusses healthy psychological functioning, dismissing negative thoughts, making wise choices, living in the present moment, and cultivating optimism and gratitude. Explore different thought systems and the power of psychological functioning in finding new possibilities and overcoming challenges. Learn from the inspiring stories of Holocaust survivors and their resilience in the face of adversity.
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- Misunderstandings arise when people believe their thoughts and feelings are the only valid interpretation of reality.
- Happiness is not something to attain, but rather to retain by letting go of excessive thinking and understanding that thoughts are not real things.
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Key Point 1: The difference between thoughts and reality
Your thoughts and feelings are not indicators of the real objective reality. They are just interpretations of it. This leads to misunderstandings and problems when people believe that their thoughts and feelings are the only possible interpretation.
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