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The Blue Dot Effect: Why Things Always Seem Worse Than They Are

The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck Podcast

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Stability in Struggle: How the Mind Manages Problems

The concept of a psychological immune system suggests that our satisfaction with life tends to stabilize around a moderate level, regardless of positive or negative events. This theory implies that individuals need a certain level of problems in their lives to maintain a sense of meaning and purpose. When faced with extreme situations, our perception of problems adjusts to keep us within a balanced range. Conversely, when there are no problems, our definition of what constitutes a problem also adapts to ensure a sense of purpose.

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