"Curiosity around states of confusion allows us to move forward. Looking at the situation and wondering why we might be confused, what resources or options there are for clarity, and tackling the state of confusion as a challenge to gain insight allows us to grow," the psychologist continued.
But if we see confusion as an aversive or punitive state that we can’t navigate through, we’ll most likely avoid it. This leads us to "restrictions in not only our intellectual and emotional growth but also restrictions in our ability to solve problems and navigate periods of uncertainty. Working through the confusion is an important life skill."
Of course, when we encounter things that don’t fit into our understanding of the world, contradict our beliefs, or challenge our knowledge, we can easily cope with the feelings by finding humor in the situation. So continue laughing through this list (even if your brows are furrowed in confusion) and be sure to let us know what you think in the comments!
