Published Jul 21, 2021
The Curse of the Self
Mark Leary, a professor emeritus of psychology, delves into the dual nature of self-awareness, highlighting its benefits in decision-making and its drawbacks like social anxiety and self-centeredness. He shares strategies such as meditation and self-skepticism to manage self-preoccupation, aiming to boost personal well-being and reduce mental traps.
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