As early humans, it was very important to know whether that tan thing behind that bush was a rock or a lion. Neuropsychologist and mindfulness teacher Rick Hanson writes in his book “Resilient”, that “the brain is like Velcro for negative experiences, but like Teflon for positive ones.” What he’s referring to is known as the “negativity bias.”

This hardwired survival instinct kept our ancestors alive, but in today’s world, it can leave us constantly on edge, reacting as if threats are everywhere.

So how can we begin to see clearly, to respond rather than react?

Janet unpacks this deeply human tendency and how mindfulness helps us meet it with awareness and choice.

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