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Psychology Has It Backwards

Episode 157: Mistaking Creating Our Experience of Reality for "Manifesting"

Mar 30, 2024
Exploring the difference between manifesting reality and wishful thinking, the power of positive mindset, seizing opportunities by being present, the influence of thoughts on health, and embracing life's spontaneity and living in the present moment.
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Quick takeaways

  • Our state of mind shapes how we perceive and interact with reality, leading to different outcomes.
  • Misconception: Merely thinking about desired outcomes doesn't guarantee their manifestation in life.

Deep dives

Viewing People as Innately Healthy

Seeing people as innately healthy creates a paradigm shift in dealing with mental distress. The belief in manifesting desires in life was discussed, emphasizing that thoughts alone do not bring results. Examples were shared, highlighting the misconception that simply thinking about a desired outcome leads to its manifestation.

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