r/BeAmazed • u/ReesesNightmare • 23h ago
Science Learned Helplessness
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r/BeAmazed • u/ReesesNightmare • 23h ago
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u/Chef_Deco 14h ago
Learned or acquired helplessness is a terrifyingly efficient tool in the hands of bullies.
When in a situation of distress, never listen to anyone telling you there's no point in saving yourself. It just means they have every reason to keep you compliant and docile.
The applications are far-reaching.