Confirmation of Labels

The stories we tell ourselves.

We've all been there - stuck in traffic, dealing with an unfriendly waiter, and we immediately blame the external circumstances for our bad mood. But when it comes to other people's bad moods, we tend to judge them for their character flaws. It's a double standard that we need to be aware of.

So, let's resist the temptation to fall into confirmation bias. It's easy to label and judge, but it's not necessary. The Stoics had a philosophy that things can be experienced, but not labeled or judged. They called it preferred indifference.

This means that we should be careful of the stories we tell ourselves. We don't have to label everything and everyone. We can experience things without judgment and without attaching meaning to them. It's not easy, but it's a practice that can lead to a more peaceful and fulfilling life.

So, the next time you're stuck in traffic or dealing with an unfriendly waiter, take a step back and ask yourself: am I labeling this situation? Am I judging this person? And remember, the stories we tell ourselves have a big impact on our lives. So, be careful of the stories you're telling yourself.

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