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We trace how confirmation bias primes our expectations and how self-fulfilling prophecies turn false beliefs into real outcomes. Mary shares a personal story about self-reliance, asking for help, and learning to invite support without losing strength.

• recap of confirmation bias and everyday examples 
• definition of self-fulfilling prophecy and how beliefs drive behavior 
• rejection sensitivity and the signals that push people away 
• Mary’s childhood story and the origin of “I’ve got it” energy 
• divorce, unmet support, and the cost of not asking 
• reframing help as strength and updating social cues 
• practical reflection prompts to break the cycle 
• small experiments to test new beliefs and behaviors

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