The Mystery of Mysteries
Puzzle #1: Can you solve the mystery of Mr. E’s repeated relapses despite his sincere intention to never make that mistake again?
- Why is there so little resistance each time to violating his sincere vow to “Never gamble again?”
- Why does he continue to take his promise seriously after observing that he breaks this vow every time he makes it?
Satanic Versus
Puzzle #2: Mimi is lonely. Can you help her solve the puzzle of why all her lovers leave her?
After an argument, Mimi’s boyfriend attempts to apologize: “I’m sorry. I love you.” he says. Mimi interprets this as “I’m sorry I love you.” which triggers feelings of abandonment and rage. As a result of Mimi’s excessive reaction, he wants out. Sadly, Mimi will continue to drive intimacy away until she solves the puzzle of what causes her react as she does to the things that happen.
To solve the puzzle of why you repeatedly choose a path that you would advise yourself not to take, use the A-B-C hack to: