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When people are overwhelmed, they resort to various forms of passivity as a natural reaction. If we do not experiment enough in our lives and restrict our movements, we may get the illusion that we are under control. The fewer attempts we make, the less chance we have of failure. If we convince ourselves that we are not responsible for our destiny or what happens in our lives, we tolerate our powerlessness.
A natural response when people feel overwhelmed is to retreat into various forms of passivity. If we don't try too much in life, if we limit our circle of action, we can give ourselves the illusion of control. The less we attempt, the less chances of failure. If we can make it look like we are not really responsible for our fate, for what happens to us in life, then our apparent powerlessness is more palatable.