Mi'sen

Mind is an extraordinarily prolific narrative machine Enjoy the stories; don't believe them

A situation arises. Should I deal with it? If so, how? You don't have to: - deal with every situation. - return every call - reply to every txt msg - respond to anger with anger - waste your life and energy

Situations, distractions, crises are endless. Life, energy, and your time are limited. Start creating mental space by saying no. Say no to: - narcissists - energy vampires - useless habits - perfectionism - negative self-talk

An "expert" gives you advice with great certainty: "If you do this, then I promise that "X" will happen..." If you follow the advice and the result doesn't arise, give yourself permission to stop taking advice from this person (and those like him).

"Stop doing useless things" sounds obvious, no? But consider that people do the same things, carry out the same rituals, etc., year and year, and rarely stop and think: "Is this actually working, or am I fooling myself?"

A problem with the narrative machine: it's susceptible to self-deception. This affects your life, that of those around you, and indeed, our shared world.https://twitter.com/chagmed/status/1056945359895838721 …

In an attempt to build self-esteem, some cultivate an excessively rosy view of their experience. This feels good, but will lead one to habitually believe passing thoughts without question. This is a kind of mindlessness.