India, July 3 -- Life rarely goes according to plan, and how we respond to setbacks can shape not just the outcome, but our state of mind. While it's natural to vent when things go wrong, constantly replaying everything that's unfair or out of your control can quietly turn into a habit - one that fuels self-pity, drains your energy and keeps you stuck in the very situation you're trying to escape. The good news? A small shift in perspective can make all the difference, helping you move from helplessness to action.

Dr Shade Zahrai, a behavioural researcher and confidence expert, explains how constantly complaining about things beyond your control can subtly reshape your mindset, affecting your psychology and making it harder to move forwa...