Why Do We Remember the Bad Stuff? Unraveling the Mystery with Kendell Boysen
Episode Overview
Kendall explores the psychological and physiological factors contributing to the dominance of negative memories over positive ones. The episode provides insight into the evolutionary basis for the retention of negative memories and the impact on human survival. Listeners gain practical strategies and 15 tips to cope with and overcome negative or traumatic memories. The episode concludes with a powerful call to appreciate wins more deeply and create joyful memories to outweigh the tough ones. Guests Michelle Pereira, Elizabeth Perry, and Jay Shetty offer valuable perspectives on memory, emotion, and personal growth.
I challenge you, seek out joyful memories to overshadow the tough ones. Be willing to part ways with rumination as you invite in more gratitude and gentle life lessons.
Ever wondered why a single bad moment can ruin an otherwise perfect day? Kendell Boysen, your go-to life and recovery coach, is here to shed some light on this puzzling phenomenon. In this episode of 'Encouragementology', Kendell dives deep into the science behind our tendency to cling to negative experiences while the good ones slip away. She explores everything from the psychological mechanisms at play to the evolutionary reasons that might explain why our brains are wired this way.
Kendell doesn't just leave you hanging with the 'why'; she also arms you with 15 practical tips to help you move past those negative memories. Whether it's a bad breakup, a work mishap, or just a rough day, these strategies are designed to help you focus on the positive and create more joyful moments.
With guest insights from Michelle Pereira, Elizabeth Perry, and Jay Shetty, this episode is packed with valuable advice and heartfelt stories that will resonate with anyone looking to balance their emotional scales. So, if you're ready to dig up those buried treasures of happy memories and let go of the past, tune in and let Kendell guide you through the process.