3/15 - Why We Do the Things We Do: Understanding Some of Our Most Puzzling Behaviors
Why We Do the Things We Do: Understanding Some of Our Most Puzzling Behaviors Have you ever caught yourself doing something and wondered, Why am I like this? Why do I do this? Why do we sometimes obsess over past relationships that we know weren’t good for us? Why do we procrastinate tasks that would only take a couple of minutes? Why does our brain decide that 2:00 a.m. is the perfect time to replay an embarrassing moment from ten years ago? Human behavior can feel confusing—even to the people experiencing it. But in reality, our behaviors aren’t really as random as they seem. They are connected to emotional needs, survival instincts, and the way our brains are wired. Who knew? Understanding the why behind our behaviors can help us respond to ourselves with more compassion—and sometimes make better choices moving forward. I am a fan of self-evaluation so that I can be a lifelong learner AND someone who is able to grow from my past experiences. If you list...
