You can try to like stuff
11 hours ago
- The hobby of trying to like things is a tool for probing human nature, not just for enjoyment.
- Disliking something often stems from a self-concept of not liking it, as seen with spinach, white wine, and other examples.
- We can successfully change our likes by reframing our perspective, but deep cultural programming can make some changes hard.
- Having an incorrect concept of self can lead to believing we like things we actually don't, like raisins or Oasis.
- Some things are difficult to change, such as snobbery toward TV or an inability to enjoy country music.
- The invitation to 'enjoy the ride' on flights illustrates the power we have over how we experience situations.