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The Power of Bad
This episode explores the deep-seated psychological phenomenon of negativity bias, revealing why bad experiences and information disproportionately shape our minds and decisions.
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“This episode explores the deep-seated psychological phenomenon of negativity bias, revealing why bad experiences and information disproportionately shape our minds and decisions.”
— John Tierney | Roy F. Baumeister, The Power of Bad
Negativity Bias, Human Psychology, Decision Making
If you often find a single setback overshadowing countless successes, or feel disproportionately affected by criticism, this will clarify why negativity holds such sway, and this will help you see what to do next.
Roy F. Baumeister, a leading social psychologist, and science journalist John Tierney combine decades of research and sharp observation to explain the clear, often hidden, influence of negativity on our lives.