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#55: The Science of Eating Donuts and Losing 40 Pounds

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How to Make Difficult Tasks More Doable

Researchers found that challenging tasks feel more doable when you have the support of your friends. We tend to think that the challenges we face are shaped by the physical characteristics and the work involved. In reality, our perception is heavily influenced by our social environment. If you surround yourself with people you enjoy believing you and are positive, then daunting challenges feel more possible.

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