Ambivalence has distinct characteristics; it can cause fear and anxiety or promote motivation and improved well-being. To harness its benefits, individuals need to manage emotional arousal effectively. Finding a balanceâneither too overwhelmed nor too indifferentâallows for deeper contemplation of conflicting feelings. Perceived pressure to resolve ambivalence escalates negative emotions, so easing this pressure can transform ambivalence from a source of stress into a constructive force in decision-making, ultimately enhancing one's emotional and physical health.
Ambivalence can torment us with existential anxiety, yet it also motivates and enables us to make better decisions, enhancing our well-being.
To benefit from ambivalence, we must face it with a "Goldilocks" level of emotional arousal â too much overwhelms, too little loses motivation.
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