‘Persist nonetheless’: The best way to handle uncertainty

AI Briefing

• – Uncertainty can be more painful than a bad experience because our brains are wired to seek certainty, and this can lead to anxiety and worse mental health.
• – Our intolerance of uncertainty can be fueled by social media and the internet, which can rob us of the opportunity to practice sitting with the unknown and can make us more vulnerable to misinformation.
• – To cope with uncertainty, it's essential to focus on what we can control, prepare for different scenarios, and practice acceptance, including finding silver linings, bracing for the worst, and regulating our nervous system.