Optimism Bias Explained
People tend to overestimate positive outcomes in their lives while underestimating negative events, a phenomenon known as optimism bias. Research reveals that individuals absorb unexpected positive information more readily than negative, leading to skewed expectations. This tendency shapes our outlook, often resulting in a more favorable view of reality than what actually exists.In this clip
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