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Why It Hurts to Be Wrong (And How to Let Go) | The Mental Health Conversation
In this episode of The Mental Health Conversation, host Aideen Dickson explores the intense emotional panic and structural collapse that occurs when we realize we have been wrong about something important. This is not just a discussion about making mistakes; it is a deep dive into why our ego reacts to correction as if it were a physical threat, triggering ancient survival instincts rooted in social rejection. If you often feel shame, defensiveness, or anxiety when challenged, this episode offers a compassionate framework for understanding those reactions as human rather than broken. We…
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