A confession: I have suffered from worry sickness for what seems like my whole life. Even in the face of overwhelming positive evidence to the contrary, my thoughts still have a tendency to conjure up the worst-case scenario in many situations. The difference these days is that, when worrying thoughts arise, I recognise them for what they are so that they no longer have such power over me. The … [Read more...] about Worrying is like praying for what you don’t want
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Don’t Worry, Be Happy – it really works…
In 1988, Don’t Worry, Be Happy - Bobby McFerrin’s anthem to happiness - became the first a capella song to reach number one on the Billboard Hot 100. And while many may remember it as a slightly annoying ditty with a bit of whistling, the fact is that McFerrin’s lyrics are brimming with psychological insight. And it’s worth pointing out that the title was inspired by a quote from Indian … [Read more...] about Don’t Worry, Be Happy – it really works…