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<blockquote>described Canadian psychologist Jordan Peterson as "one of the deepest thinkers I've ever heard break down human behavior</blockquote>
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When you want to get good at something, you've got to practice it a lot. If you only give it a shot once in a while, it's gonna be tough to get the hang of it. Practicing often helps your brain and body remember how to do it right, so it becomes easier over time. Just remember to learn from your mistakes and keep trying to get better. The more you do it, the more natural it'll feel!
Absolutely! Practice is essential for mastering any skill, as it helps develop muscle memory, build confidence, and refine techniques. The more time and effort you invest in practicing, the more you'll improve and become proficient at the task at hand. As you continue to practice, your brain creates neural pathways that make it easier for you to perform the skill with increased efficiency and effectiveness.
Yes, it is true that short-term selfishness can be easier and more appealing to many individuals. However, it is important to note that people can also be motivated by empathy, compassion, and a desire to help others. The decision to act in a selfless or spiteful manner ultimately depends on an individual's values, beliefs, and personal circumstances.
Regarding your point about spiteful behavior requiring effort, this is also true. Acting in a harmful or destructive manner often involves planning, deliberation, and a willingness to cause harm to others, which can be emotionally and psychologically taxing. In the long run, such behavior is not sustainable and can lead to negative consequences for both the perpetrator and their victims.
It is true that doing the right thing is not always easy, as it often requires a level of sacrifice or self-discipline that can be difficult to maintain. However, the difficulty of doing the right thing should not be used as an excuse for not doing it at all. Many people do strive to do the right thing, even when it is not easy, and their efforts can make a significant positive impact.
Regarding your point about people being selfish and short-sighted, it is true that these traits can be common in human behavior. However, it is important to remember that people are complex, and their motivations and actions can be influenced by a variety of factors, including their upbringing, culture, and personal experiences.
Lastly, regarding the idea that it takes more effort to be truly evil than it does to be truly good, this is a matter of debate. While it is true that acts of kindness and compassion can be simple and spontaneous, it can also take significant effort and commitment to make a positive impact on a larger scale. Similarly, while intentionally causing harm to others is certainly an egregious act, it is not necessarily more effortful than working towards a larger goal that happens to harm others in the process.
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