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WORLD OF CULTURES

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By john MachariaPublished 3 years ago 2 min read
world of cultures

The world is full of different people observing different cultures from different places.

We respect different ideas and follow different paths. No matter how different I look, I

At the root of our existence, we have a vast number of commonalities. We share physical characteristics,

Of course, we are also bound to them, like a head, two eyes, ten fingers and the same number of toes.

psychological similarities. We have something in common even though we live on opposite sides of the globe.

Actions that influence the decisions we make, the people we like, and the goals we pursue.

But few understand the psychological roots of our common humanity. Some of the most "human" behaviors are routinely ignored and ignored, leading to this in some people.

After all, it contradicts human nature. For example, if we analyze common social norms, we might find something.

that our society is based on major misconceptions about how real people think.

feel and work with that in mind, let's delve into 14 interesting and sometimes surprising topics.

Facts about the very actions that make us human. 1. The paradox of work

Does money motivate you more or less to achieve peak performance? you may be thinking big?

A salary can motivate you to do well at work, but more often than not it's the other way around.

People tend to work harder on projects when they are paid less or not paid at all.

In other words, earning a salary may sound strange, but

Ultimately, you may lose your motivation. why? Because your intentions have changed. Once you accept payment for something, it's no longer a passion project. it will be something.

Since you are doing it "for the money", the essential motivation is far lessened. nevertheless

You may be expecting big payoffs because doing the best things in life doesn't cost you a dime.

2. The downside of preparation Many people like to do it before trying

Prepare a backup plan (Plan A and Plan B). they do everything they can to prepare you to stand.

You have the best chance of success, but what if your backup plan thwarts your chances of success?

We found that spending time preparing alternatives made Plan A more likely to fail.

Here's why. If you create plan B, plan A may not work. If

When that happens, your confidence in your original plan begins to wane and your heart breaks.

rather fail. As strange as it sounds, being prepared isn't always beneficial.

3. Unnatural Violence Many people think that humans are violent.

Of course. That we are somehow programmed to harm, fight, and triumph over other creatures.

However, a closer look at human psychology reveals that humans are indeed programmed.

It's not about being violent with each other, it's about experiencing a powerful emotion called empathy. Some of the best evidence for this idea comes directly from the brain, where structures form.

So-called mirror neurons allow us to understand the behavior of other people. Mirror neurons play a role.

Plays an important role in advanced cognitive skills such as language use and human explanation.

The amazing emotional capacity of the brain. It's easy to see all the violence in the world.

I think badly of humanity, but remember this:

take care. 

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