You’re in a room with 10 other people who seem to agree on something, but you hold the opposite view. Do you say something? Or do you just go along with the others? Decades of research show people tend to go along with the majority view, even if that view is objectively incorrect. Now, scientists are supporting those theories with brain images. If you are interested the full CNN article is here.
Do you find that generally you please people at the cost of your needs and & desires. I am all for helping people and serving people but often people can find themselves trying to please others at the cost of their own needs. Is this you? Do you get your self esteem wanting others to like you? It is OK to have needs and desires and to have those met. Low self esteem can be the root of many difficulties in peoples lives such as addictions and comfort eating. Some people find affirmations helpful. If you do, or would like to try them, try repeating the affirmation but each time emphasizing a different word in the phrase. For example, I am a beautiful person, i AM a beautiful person, i am A beautiful person…..You will find it brings a new meaning each time, makes it come alive and have more impact. Have fun!
