Published Feb 13, 2020
312: John Tierney | Harnessing the Power of Bad
Join science columnist John Tierney as he delves into the pervasive impact of negativity bias on our daily lives, from psychological well-being to decision-making, while offering strategies to harness its power for better communication and rational choices.

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