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The Psychology of Fear (for dummies) Pt. 2
A Quick Recap In one of my earlier articles, we discussed how there are various different causes of fear that have altering degrees of significance to each persons psyche, depending on how relevant it is to their innate "triggers". We discussed how fear can be intentionally taught to a person by altering their responses to certain situations, and things, as well as how certain sounds can induce fear in specific individuals, but not others. Furthermore, we discovered that the state of solitude can induce a fear-response in certain individuals, which is tied to our human evolution. However, none of those discoveries are found to induce fear for every single person across the globe. So the question still remains; What is the one thing that every living human fears, regardless of our cognitive differences?
By Nomfundo Gumede2 years ago in Psyche
The Psychology of Fear (for dummies)
Everyone is scared of something. But is there some thing that everyone is scared of? What is the scariest thing possible? Is it thunder? Could it be shadows? Or perhaps being burned alive? The scariest thing, when seeking a universal fear that transcends cultural, age, and neurological differences, lies in the realm of the mind. To comprehend the origins of fear, we have to delve into the complicated process of how fears are learned.
By Nomfundo Gumede2 years ago in Psyche
Thinking About the Past
The past is a stepping stone, not a millstone. — Robert Plant Reflecting on the past is a natural and often beneficial aspect of human cognition. It allows individuals to learn from their experiences, understand their journey, and shape their future actions. However, excessive rumination on past events can lead to a range of psychological issues, including anxiety, depression, and hindered decision-making. There is a delicate balance between healthy reflection and overthinking the past.
By Donna L. Roberts, PhD (Psych Pstuff)2 years ago in Psyche


