Overthought, A Podcast

23. Complaining & Negativity


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Today's urban Facebook dweller is steeped in the culture of positive thought; there's no devil more insidious than Negative Energy. But is there no one left to defend the Lost Art of Complaint? Chris and Isaiah devote an hour to just such devil's advocacy. Could there be a dark side to looking only on the bright side? Is it healthy to leave negative feelings suppressed and unexpressed? What about the sweet relief of hearing your troubles echoed in the troubles of a pal? You may doubt our suppositions, but admit it: you do kind of want to find out how a Complaint could possibly be like a Picasso. NERD BONUS: Good Schumann vs. Bad Schumann - The Mystery Unlocked.

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Article - The Science of Happiness: Why complaining is literally killing you. | Curious Apes - The Creator's Path:
http://thecreatorspath.com/the-science-of-happiness-why-complaining-is-literally-killing-you-curious-apes/

Book - The Anger Trap
http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/329381.The_Anger_Trap

Video - Coughing Dude Causes Chris to Wear a Scarf
https://www.facebook.com/overthought/videos/1701031913473798/

Article - 43 Folders with Merlin Mann - The Inbox Zero Strategy to Email Management
http://www.43folders.com/izero

Podast - Back To Work
http://5by5.tv/b2w/

Webpage - Urban Dictioniary - Can't Be Arsed (CBA)
http://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=Can%27t+be+arsed

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Overthought, A PodcastBy Bell & Mayell