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The Desire to Contract COVID-19
03:10 - 08:53 (05:43)
Some individuals who are worried about the uncertainty of contracting COVID-19 may actually prefer to have the virus, so they can recover and not have to worry about it anymore.
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The current global situation has prompted widespread panic and uncertainty, but we face similar risks every day in our normal lives.
03:10 - 05:23 (02:13)
Crisis Management
Summary
The current global situation has prompted widespread panic and uncertainty, but we face similar risks every day in our normal lives. We need to learn to manage uncertainty and focus on the things we can control to stay grounded amidst a crisis.
ChapterThe Desire to Contract COVID-19
Episode#156 - Scott Barry Kaufman - The New Science Of Self Actualisation
PodcastModern Wisdom
Some individuals may prefer to contract the COVID-19 virus in order to eliminate the uncertainty of when they will contract it, while those scoring high in neuroticism may prefer to know when something will occur.
05:23 - 08:53 (03:29)
Psychology
Summary
Some individuals may prefer to contract the COVID-19 virus in order to eliminate the uncertainty of when they will contract it, while those scoring high in neuroticism may prefer to know when something will occur. Additionally, displaying estimated wait times in lines may help reduce anxiety and stress for those waiting.