Tag: happiness
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Why Misunderstanding Is So Common — And What We Can Do About It
Misunderstandings are a part of everyday life. Whether in families, friendships, workplaces, or between strangers, communication gaps happen more often than we like to admit. But why is it so common to be misunderstood — or to misunderstand others — and what can we do to reduce the friction it causes? Why Misunderstandings Are So…
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Why Hatred Is Easy and Forgiveness Is Hard
Have you ever noticed how quickly anger flares when someone hurts you? How fast your heart shuts down and your mind fills with reasons to stay mad, stay distant, stay guarded? Hatred is effortless—it rushes in like a storm. Forgiveness, though? That takes work. Real, emotional, gut-deep work.So why is hatred easy, and forgiveness hard?…
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Why Some People Struggle to Be Happy: The Trap of Expectations and the Power of Acceptance
Happiness isn’t always about what we have — it’s often about how we think. Some people seem naturally content, while others constantly chase happiness but never quite reach it. Why? A big part of the answer lies in two powerful forces: expectations and acceptance. 1. High Expectations, Low Satisfaction We all carry an internal script…
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Finding happiness in the real world
What Is Happiness, Really? We talk about happiness all the time. We chase it, dream about it, even worry about not having enough of it. But what is happiness, really? Is it a feeling? A state of mind? A goal? The truth is, happiness looks different for everyone. For some, it’s about achieving big dreams.…
Dr. Alfred D'Silva 