The Oedipus effect, in the story of the ancient Greek tragedy "Oedipus the King", refers to a psychological phenomenon that "itself can affect the events of the victim". To put it simply, the prophecy itself is false, but it is spoken and believed so that in the end the prophecy comes true. The Oedipus effect is also called "self-fulfilling prophecy" or "self-fulfilling prophecy".
The effects of the Oedipus effect are mainly reflected in the following aspects:
* Becoming a reality in itself: When people believe in a certain ** or expectation, this belief influences their behavior and decision-making, which in turn affects the outcome. Sometimes, ** itself can become a reality.
Expectations influence behavior: When people expect something to happen, that expectation influences their behavior and decisions. Sometimes, people subconsciously adjust their behavior and decisions to meet their expectations.
Self-validation: When people have a certain belief or expectation, they may look for evidence to validate their beliefs or expectations, which can affect their perception and judgment of things.
To avoid the negative effects of the Oedipus effect, we can do the following:
Maintain Objective Rationality: In the face of various information and situations, we should remain objective and rational, and do not easily believe or deny anything. Learn to think and judge independently, without being influenced and distracted by others.
Prudent decision-making: When making decisions, we need to think carefully, weigh the pros and cons, and not jump to conclusions or take action. Consider the possibilities and risks to avoid making the wrong decisions because of your own biases or expectations.
Keep an open mind: We need to keep an open mind, accept new information and perspectives, and constantly update our perceptions and judgments. Don't be stubborn or easily dismiss other people's opinions, learn to listen and understand other people's opinions and suggestions.
Reflection and adjustment: After making decisions and actions, we need to reflect and evaluate the results in a timely manner, and make timely adjustments when problems are found. It is necessary to constantly sum up lessons and lessons, improve one's judgment and decision-making ability, and avoid the influence of the Oedipus effect.