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Mar 2024
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Did You Know That Humans Have a Negativi...
Danny Ballan
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Explore the negativity bias, the psychological tendency that makes us dwell on negative events and information. Learn why it happens and its impact on our lives.
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https://englishpluspodcast.com/the-negativity-bias-why-were-wired-to-focus-on-bad-news/
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