You’ve Been Tricked Into Believing Your Thoughts

Mo Gawdat: You’ve Been Tricked Into Believing Your Thoughts

That voice in your head? It’s not you. It’s just your brain doing its job—spotting problems, predicting the worst, and keeping you safe. But here’s the thing: it wasn’t designed for happiness, just survival. Your thoughts aren’t always true, and you don’t have to believe everything your brain tells you. The moment you realize this, you can challenge negative thoughts, reframe your perspective, and even tell your brain to be quiet.

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