Olympics are on, I've noticed something weird:
Bronze medalists seem way more happier than silver ones.
Like, what's up with that? Why? I wondered.
Later that day, I read an article about behavioral economics. It said that the pain of losing something is often felt more strongly than the joy of gaining it.
Turns out, it's all about how your brain works. When you lose something, it hurts way more than when you gain something.
Silver medalists are probably thinking, "If I'd just tried harder, I could've won gold!"
But bronze medalists are like, "Yo, I'm on the podium! I got a medal!" They're focusing on the win, not the what-ifs.
This whole perspective thing is huge. It's how you see the world. A good perspective helps you deal with tough times, make better choices, and actually enjoy your wins.
So, why not start your day with a little gratitude? Instead of thinking about what you don't have, focus on what you do.
It's a small change, but it can make a big difference.
Bronze medalists seem way more happier than silver ones.
Like, what's up with that? Why? I wondered.
Later that day, I read an article about behavioral economics. It said that the pain of losing something is often felt more strongly than the joy of gaining it.
Turns out, it's all about how your brain works. When you lose something, it hurts way more than when you gain something.
Silver medalists are probably thinking, "If I'd just tried harder, I could've won gold!"
But bronze medalists are like, "Yo, I'm on the podium! I got a medal!" They're focusing on the win, not the what-ifs.
This whole perspective thing is huge. It's how you see the world. A good perspective helps you deal with tough times, make better choices, and actually enjoy your wins.
So, why not start your day with a little gratitude? Instead of thinking about what you don't have, focus on what you do.
It's a small change, but it can make a big difference.
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