I have a very long memory, but only for the worst moments in my life.
I don't keep happy things. I couldn't tell you when I've been the happiest I've ever been.
Instead, I remember shame. I don't even really remember details of how or why it happened.
I just know it was miserable, embarrassing, disappointing, humiliating, etc.
All of the above.
Why is that, do you suppose?
Real question? I think everyone does that. I think it's because it's foreign, because positive feelings are what we're designed for, and because it's strong.
ReplyDeleteI don't know; I do it, too.