Unlock the Power of Your Mind: 5 Ways to Boost Your Psychological Immune System

John R. Miles
ILLUMINATION
Published in
10 min readJan 29, 2023

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Black woman who is boosting her psychological immune system
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Have you ever found yourself in a difficult situation and felt like everything was going wrong? You’re not alone. Everyone experiences these moments, but what if we told you there is an inner superpower that can help turn things around? The psychological immune system is the answer to your problems!

It’s our brain’s way of turning negative situations into positive ones by cooking up facts and feelings to bring us joy. I’ll explore the psychological immune system, examples of how it works in action, the science behind it, strategies to strengthen its power within us, and ultimately how to harness its potential.

Understanding how this unconscious behavior works will empower you to take control of your mental health and lead a more fulfilling life. So get ready — let’s dive deep into understanding our amazing psychological immune systems!

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What is the Psychological Immune System?

The Psychological Immune System (PIS) is a concept developed by psychologist Daniel Gilbert in his book Stumbling on Happiness. It refers to the unconscious mental processes that people use to make…

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John R. Miles
ILLUMINATION

Award-winning author, Speaker, and Host of the #1 Passion Struck podcast. My mission is to guide you in becoming your best self. More at www.johnrmiles.com