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> Once you attach such a label, for example "I'm a democrat", "I'm a lone wolf", "I'm straight", etc., and maybe you even tell people and put it in your online
by hn72774 3y ago
> Once you attach such a label, for example "I'm a democrat", "I'm a lone wolf", "I'm straight", etc., and maybe you even tell people and put it in your online profiles
Love this perspective. I'd add that broadcasting plans or intentions is detrimental. It feels like doing something and gives the dopamine hit without actual doing it.
In a work and personal setting I've found that shifting from "I will" to "I did" is very powerful. And it respects everyone's time better.
- lionkor 3y agoThats a great point, it can definitely be generalized to any kind of "promise". They only make sense when you can uphold them for sure. It's bad enough to "fail" yourself (your expectations, your goals), but it can be much worse to fail others who look up to you or respect you. That can really hurt as well