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- Humans are wired to fear the unknown. That’s why uncertainty—whether at the macro level of a global economic, health, or geopolitical crisis or at the micro level (Will I get that job? Will this venture be successful? Am I on the right career path?)—can feel nerve-racking, exhausting, and even debilitating.
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Sep 21, 2021 · Why is uncertainty so hard for most of us to handle? First, we’re hard-wired to notice—and respond—quickly to threat (the so-called “fight-or-flight response”).
Oct 26, 2021 · Scientists including Tanovic are now making huge strides in explaining why uncertainty can be so excruciating, and delineating the knock-on consequences for our decision-making and behaviour.
Mar 27, 2015 · Uncertainty is an unavoidable part of life but for many people, it triggers harmful levels of stress. The good news is that there are a number of things you can do to handle uncertainty...
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Apr 3, 2024 · April 3, 2024. Uncertainty Is Science’s Superpower. Make It Yours, Too. Inspiration, creativity, discovery—all of these things start from a place of not knowing, and these researchers know how to...
Sep 22, 2021 · To stay motivated as we encounter unprecedented levels of uncertainty in every aspect of our lives, we should understand that the human brain simply was not built for this. Knowing what your...
Nov 4, 2020 · November 4th, 2020 | 8 min read. Living with uncertainty: How to accept and be more comfortable with unpredictability. Uncertainty is a constant in our lives, especially in 2020. Luckily, there are steps you can take to mitigate the impact that uncertainty has in your life.
Mar 11, 2024 · Embracing uncertainty is tied to easier learning, better decision making, responding well in a crisis, improved mental health, and warmer social relationships—even during difficult social interactions, like crossing political divides.
