Are we too cynical? Take the quiz with me!
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- Опубліковано 29 вер 2024
- Here is the episode of the Ten Percent Happier Podcast (on UA-cam) I talk about in this video.
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After many years of therapy I still struggle with whether anybody cares about me. Without going into detail my childhood was shattered and it’s still difficult for me to trust.
Omg!!!! ❤❤❤❤❤❤ Okay Let me get comfy! Will be back to comment! Hey Hey Adelina and Sophie ✅🥳🫶🏾🥹😅🤩
I was 3 yes and 5 no but I knew I was cynical. I have always been distrustful of others basically from my past and the people I knew. Then I went to work at a church for 18 years and really met some wonderful people so my cynicism changed. So I think if people are cynical they should look at the people they hang around or work with. If you’re with good moral people then you won’t be so
cynical.
On another note, I love when you go on the road, whether it’s in town or traveling. I probably will never see Canada and it’s so fun seeing the beautiful countryside. Thanks
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I answered yes to 5. But we’ve suffered a major tragedy at the hands of another which has seriously raised my cynicism. Yes I probably need counselling
That's totally understandable. I hope you have someone you trust to talk to now ❤️.
Great conversation!! I too answered No to them all but then I went back to #3 and thought maybe that's a Yes ..humm
Overall I too believe Most people in general are not cynical and we have more in common then what we may think that devides us❤
Change your thinking...changes your future ❤
I answered yes to 4 of them! Yikes! 😕
I answered no to all. In the past i would have said yes to most. A good example of a cynical person is Donald Trump, he makes it seem that most people are out to get us. When i know this to be untrue.
Thanks for the discussion, Adelina; interesting points to ponder. I answered yes to two (cool, I thought I was more cynical than that lol). But I was very torn on Q8. Some people clearly play nice with an agenda of some sort, but after having been pretty much bled dry by a few energy vampires, the signs are pretty obvious & perhaps I'm overly cautious now. But the folk who are genuinely just nice & very kind to me, I find confusing. It always surprises me when people like me & show that they do. For goodness sake, why??? Yes, I do need more therapy, obvs 🤣.
I’m the same as you …answered no to all the questions. The word ‘most’ is what stood out for me and made my response easier. Happily I’m not a cynical person and in my opinion, neither are the majority of human kind! 😊❤️
Hello my friend! Yes, it's the word 'most' that makes all the difference. Yes some people are those things but, like you, I think the majority of people are good.
: ) THANKS MUCH ! I had to say Yes to 1, but have worked HARD to be able to do so, life is sometimes not kind at all, and had to focus on all the GOOD things in life, family and friends. Much appreciated, and as you always say, the WORLD would benefit from BEING KIND : ) ALL the BEST and Cheers ! !
Good for you for choosing to do that work ☺️. You are so welcome.
3- As I get older unfortunately my guard has increased. Too many times have been hurt I was a people pleaser probably this was a fault. Now I say No a lot and only have a handful of friends. Not cynical just careful.
I can understand that 😊
I'm kind of surprised that I didn't answer yes to more of these. I feel I've become more cynical, but when I really thought about the questions that asked if I thought MOST people are xyz...I don't truly think they are. Thanks for this, I found it interesting to see deep down how I really feel. Enjoy the rest of your weekend!
Thanks for sharing Dina. ❤️
I appreciate your views. Similar views to mine.
I answered yes to one (#8) That has happened to me several times in the past 😞
Great conversation and topic Adelina! I answered 0 and knew you would too 😻. Interesting rating scale -I think I would have answered yes had the adverb been different such as sometimes, etc. I also would have answered differently at other times in my life.
I care about you and this lovely community. Thanks for sharing!! Have an awesome week 🥰🙏❤️🍁
I agree Nancy. The word 'most' is what makes the difference 😊.
I guessed 0 for you, and I had 1. I really thought it would be 0 for you because you are the most positive person I have encountered.
I thought mine would be higher, so I was pleasantly surprised.
It has taken me years and it's a practice every day. Thank you 😊.
Hi Adelina...Honestly didn't answer yes to any of them. This surprised me ,because I do get a little down with what state the world is in lately. Guess there is some hope for me...ha ha! (PS) If Sophie ever needs a cat sitter..please feel free to ask :)
Good for you 😁. thanks!
I answered no to all of these, which surprised me because I think of myself as somewhat jaded and cynical. I think it's because the wording is "most people". I think if it was worded as "many people" , I would have said yes to a few.
Absolutely! 😊
Thanks for sharing! Sophie!!!❤❤❤
Good talk. Can you do a video on how you deal with moisture in your tiny home? Is mold an issue living in a place with a lot of rain. Thanks Adelina.
Hello Jan, I have done that video. ua-cam.com/video/llec1vAWy54/v-deo.htmlsi=4ymkMtU4o9Rng56C
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I say yes 2 times, I think mainly because you should not really care about other people's thinking, and be worried only about yours. Also as a person who has English as a second language, I did understand "go ahead" as to look for success (like work, or money).
I answered maybe on 2 so I scored those as a yes...I thought you would say yes to 1 or 2 of them as well.... Over the years I have become cautious when interacting with new people in my life. I was very trusting but luckily I had & continue to have good instincts.. Take care & hope you have a great week. ❤🐱
Some instead of most would make them all apply, but generally people are well intended in some way. Influences play a big role in who we are and how we think. Would say I am more stoic now that I am older, but was probably more cynical when i wasn't drunk in my earlier years, but that's another story.
I answered yes to the last question only and I feel you probably said yes to none.
Basically 0 for me now but it hasn’t always been so.
I answered no to all of them. So I guess I'm not a cynic. ♥
I think more people aren't, but some people are.
My answers: 1-7 No; 8-,Yes.
I came for the tiny house but have stayed for these super interesting conversations! I definitely would have answered some of these differently 20 or 30 years ago. I didn't say Yes to any but there were a couple of strong "it depends" or "maybe" I might have chosen if that had been an option, like #3. (Yes, I wrote these down, lol) would people use unfair means to get an advantage? I said no. But to not LOSE something, was a "maybe" to me. Mostly just because fear is such a strong motivator. The other one was # 7, most people inwardly dislike putting themselves out for others. I really wanted to answer "it depends." But you brought it up in your discussion, with the idea if you're finding yourself resenting these things, you're saying yes, or volunteering yourself, too often. As a recovering pleaser, I really get that!
I also thought it was interesting that the ones I would have said "yes" to years ago are ones that intersect with self-confidence, like the friends one. When I was young (high school age), I was so sure I had nothing to offer that I was often suspicious of people befriending me, at least at first, and especially if they were someone I thought of as "cooler" or more popular than I was. Those people ending up being good friends is part of what got me over that. And being a pleaser went with that lack of confidence too. I've changed and grown enough that friends now have a hard time seeing me as that insecure, and being the me I am now is one of my favorite parts of aging and growing.
Such a cool topic!
Thanks so much for sharing your story. I agree that things change as we get older and have more perspective for sure.
Hi Adelina! Great discussion! ❤ I answered No to all 7 questions. I have known people who do take advantage of others, can be cruel, are untrustworthy or are very manipulative. But, that is by no means “Most” people I have known! After 7 decades of living, I am happy I do not feel too cynical about my fellow man! I believe most people have good hearts! ❤
Wonderful! Thanks for sharing!!
Very interesting quiz. Have you read Malcolm Gladwell’s book, Talking To Strangers? He says “Those occasions when our trusting nature gets violated are tragic. But the alternative - to abandon trust… is worse.”
Interesting. I'll have to check it out. Thanks ☺️
Good video. I said yes to a lot. I would hope you were more right but experience has said other. Yes I would love those questions to all be no. That's the goal.
Blessings to all 🌻🍁🌻
Thanks for sharing!
Hi Adelina, good chat. I answered yes to 5🥴. Thank you and take care🐈🌺
You’re welcome 😊
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