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289. The Sports: The Kind of Embarrassing Psychology of Winning & Losing

We Can Do Hard Things

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The Emotional Rollercoaster of Sports Fandom

Delving into the psychology of sports fans, this chapter explores the intense emotions, vulnerability, and sense of belonging associated with caring deeply about a team. It discusses the biological responses to winning and losing, the communal aspect of sports, and the instinctual need to protect loved ones during heated moments in games.

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