Conclusion
The robbed that smiles steals something from the thief.
Shakespeare, Othello
There is something in the human psyche that enjoys being miserable. We like listening to sad songs and watching sentimental films. It has been estimated that more than 40,000 books have been written about the end of the world. Every time the end of the world is predicted and it doesn’t happen, it only confirms to the believers that it is their faith that has saved us. The ‘disconfirmation’ makes the faith greater.
There can be a tendency to drift towards a negative attitude and a series of disasters and upsets can cause a setback. If you have spent most of your adult life being a pessimist, you will not be able to change your attitude overnight. You may need ...
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