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The Power of Bad

And How to Overcome It
By John Tierney and Roy F. Baumeister
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The Power of Bad by John Tierney and Roy F. Baumeister delves into the psychological phenomenon that negative experiences and bad events have a more profound impact on us than positive ones. It explores how this inherent negativity bias influences our decision-making and behaviours. Offering practical advice, the book guides readers on how to harness bad moments for growth while maintaining a more positive outlook in various aspects of life.
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If you're intrigued by understanding how negativity can shape our lives and are interested in learning strategies to harness this knowledge for positive change, this book might be a compelling read for you. It delves into the psychological dynamics of why bad is stronger than good and offers insights into overcoming the pervasive influence of negativity.

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The Power of Bad

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The international bestselling authors of Willpower show us how to beat the disproportionate influence of negative events on our lives.

Why does a bad impression last longer than a good one? Why does losing money affect us more than gaining it? What makes phobias so hard to shake?

The answer is the negativity bias - or in other words, the power of bad. As John Tierney and Roy F. Baumeister show, we are wired to react to bad over good. It makes sense in evolutionary terms, but in our modern world, the lure of bad is, well, bad. It governs people's moods, drives marketing, and dominates our news. It can explain everything from why wars start or couples divorce to why we mess up job interviews or feud with neighbours.

But there is good news. By using smart strategies from new science, we can train our brains to get better at spotting our own negativity bias and even using its power for positive results. Properly understood, bad can end up being a force for good.

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The Power of Bad by John Tierney and Roy F. Baumeister is considered illuminating by some reviewers. Critics note that the authors effectively present their arguments with a substantial amount of supporting evidence, making a compelling case for their insights.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780141975801

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 28 January 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Books Ltd

Audience: General / adult, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 247g

Pages: 336

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Business & Entrepreneurship Business Leadership & Management Career Development Education & Reference Featured John Tierney Mindset & Self Help New Year, New You Non-Fiction Penguin Books Personal Development Philosophy & Psychology Roy F. Baumeister Science & Nature Self-Help & Personal Development

About the Author

John Tierney (Author) John Tierney is the author of Willpower and writes the 'Findings' science column for the New York Times. His writing has won awards from the American Association for the Advancement of Science and the American Institute of Physics. Roy F. Baumeister (Author) Roy F. Baumeister is the author of Willpower and a social psychologist who explores how we think about the self, and why we feel and act the way we do. He is especially known for his work on the subjects of willpower, self-control, and self-esteem, and how they relate to human morality and success.

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