The game of life is a game of boomerangs. Our thoughts, deeds and words return to us sooner or later with astounding accuracy.
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The subconscious mind has no sense of humor and people often joke themselves into unhappy experiences.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The subconscious mind interprets thoughts literally, leading to unintended consequences when we joke about our struggles.
This quote by Florence Scovel Shinn highlights the influence of our subconscious mind on our experiences. It suggests that when we make jokes about our problems or misfortunes, our subconscious takes these words seriously, potentially manifesting negative outcomes in our lives. Therefore, it warns against the careless use of humor that can inadvertently lead us to unhappiness.
Themes
SubconsciousHumorUnhappinessExperienceJokes
In practice
Example use cases
In a discussion about how self-talk impacts mental health.
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