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I definitely see this in myself and others. We all know someone who is overfitted on some phrases, such that if you just supply the first word or two they are c

I definitely see this in myself and others. We all know someone who is overfitted on some phrases, such that if you just supply the first word or two they are compelled to complete the phrase.

inference-lord 3y ago
This is actually a sort of mental crutch which some eastern philosophy talks about. Which is interesting. It's not really seen as a positive thing in those traditions. Rather than non-judgmentally listening to what people have to say, the mind jumps to some conclusion or as you said wants to complete a sentence out of habit or exposure some stimulus. Sort of monkey mind.
- brookst 3y ago
  Agreed, but I think it’s an over-optimization that, as they say, comes from a good place. Some may aspire to 100% mindful attention at every moment, but I’m not at all sure that’s possible or desirable for all.
- dEnigma 3y ago
  It is what it is.