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Preoccupy Negative Thoughts

Rose Mejia

Aug 25, 2021

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The Psychology of Hopelessness and Resilience

Regardless of your circumstance, there is always some power within us.

According to Seligman in 1975, the feeling of helplessness is derived from a loss of control or freedom. The loss of control means that no further change can be made in daily life, physical body, decisions, or circumstances.

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The Psychology of Hopelessness and Resilience

Regardless of your circumstance, there is always some power within us.

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