
434: Why Our Brains Are Wired for Negativity, and How It’s Sabotaging Our Happiness | Jamil Zaki, PhD
The Genius Life
Confronting Negativity Bias
This chapter examines negativity bias and its evolution into cynicism, influenced by both heredity and environment. It discusses the detrimental impact of social media on trust in institutions and relationships, advocating for a more devoted, service-oriented approach as a remedy to the modern cynicism shaped by consumer culture.
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