Tag: survival instinct

  • Evolutionary Roots of Pessimistic Thinking

    Evolutionary Roots of Pessimistic Thinking

    Our minds carry ancestral echoes of suspense—an inherited vigilance that once kept us alive but now often casts a shadow over everyday moments. This ancient predisposition, known as negativity bias, means we instinctively scan for threats and replay worst-case scenarios. While once an invaluable survival tool, in modern life it can feel like a relentless…