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Why it might not help – and could hurt – to brace for the worst

12 mins | Jul 16, 2023
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When awaiting a stressful update or event, do you assume it won't go your way? Psychology research fellow Ella Moeck debunks the folk wisdom to expect the worst to present a new method: holding positive expectations. Read by Emma Powell.

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