We are self-correcting beings, and, to this end, the ability to perceive losses, and receive warnings, is programmed into us. The trouble is, over-anticipating loss leads to anxiety, and ultimately, when exhausted, to depression.
Tag: Evolution
Protecting ourselves against uncertainty
We are evolved with alarms to detect risk. But when those alarms go into overdrive, we can stop functioning so well. How can we protect ourselves against an excessively anxious response to life?
Social, planetary and universal mindfulness
It is natural that we are self-defensive, seeking to blame others. But it is also counterproductive. By learning to ‘be with’ peacefully, we can break the cycle of suffering, starting with ourselves.
Stuck in habits: why we don’t help ourselves
We can’t easily eradicate our problematic habits. But we can adapt our daily timetables to encourage new behaviours.
Where do emotions come from, and where do they go?
There is a wide range of experiences that we commonly call emotions. They include happiness, sadness, joy, despair, gratitude, and anger. We can extend the
Greed versus kindness
Greed is an impulse in us that wants to gather things to ourselves. Kindness is an impulse in us that wants to share things. They
