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Myth #1
Myth #2
Myth #3
Myth #4
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What is a myth?

A popular but false idea or belief.

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True or False - "If you are not happy, you must be defective (not working properly)."

False - This is myth #2!

100

True or False; "To Create a Better Life, We must get rid of Negative Feelings"

False - this is myth #3!

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True or False - "You can control what you think and how you feel at all times"

False- This is myth #4!

200

True or False: Happiness is the natural state for all humans.

FALSE! This is just a myth... 

200
True or False - "Our society seems to think that not being happy is ABNORMAL." 
Unfortunately, this is true. 
200

True or False - the things we value MOST in life give us a whole range of emotions, both pleasant and unpleasant.

True!! 

200

True or False " Doing affirmations or visualizations will always solve your problems." (For example saying "don't worry be happy." or "think happy thoughts")

False... these phrases and ideas typically do not help! 

300

True or False: Long-lasting happiness is common.

False! It is a very rare.. but many people believe it's true. 

300

True or False - Being anxious does not mean you are mentally ill. 

True! It doesn't mean that at all, it just means you are human and have human emotions.

300

What does a rollercoaster ride have to do with myth #3? (hint: ups and downs)

There are many things in life that will give you lots of excitement/joy (ups) and also could give you stress of fear (downs).

300

True or False  "Living a full life means having a wide range of human emotions."

True! 

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True or False - Negative thoughts and feelings will hurt you. 

False - They won't hurt you even if they are unpleasant.

400

True or False - Anxiety is not good or bad, it's just uncomfortable.

TRUE!

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True or False - "Learning how to handle all different types of emotions is an essential part of life." 

True!

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From an early age, we are taught to control our feelings. What are some examples of phrases people might have said to you to try to help you control your feelings? 

Examples: Snap out of it, Don't cry, Stop feeling sorry for yourself, Don't be such a chicken, There's nothing to be worried about, Chill out, etc. 

500
True or False - When I have negative feelings or thoughts, it's important to get rid of them as fast as I can.

FALSE! This could cause more problems... 

500
True or False - Crying is a sign of personal weakness and failure.

False! 

500

Can you give an example of something in your life that is meaningful to you that gives you both pleasure and pain?

Think about it... Hmm.. 

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Is it normal to be able to switch your feelings on an off like a light switch?

No it's not normal and typically does not happen.