It is a scientific fact that we have more vivid memories of negative or painful experiences than positive ones, making it more likely that those experiences will shape our future decision making. That ...
Discover why the "bad portions" of the user journey are the ones that tend to be remembered, and what to do about it. Picture this: You’re sitting on a train to see a friend of yours you haven’t seen ...
Changing your lens helps you see more. Source: SplitShire / Pexels Humans are often more sensitive to negative experiences and emotions than to positive ones, a phenomenon known as negativity bias.
The human tendency to dwell on the negative can stifle creative thinking and innovation. But biology does not have to determine the success of mindful companies. Creativity inherently requires us to ...
Your co-worker surprised you with a chocolate chip cookie, but a teammate took a dig at your report. As the day goes on, you’re more likely to dwell on the criticism than the act of kindness. Negative ...
The human brain may have evolved, but it still carries several of its past mechanisms to this day. One of these mechanisms, called negativity bias, can cause mental struggles if not dealt with.