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Susan Cain on Bittersweet and the Happiness of Melancholy

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The Illusion of Effortless Perfection

This chapter delves into the conflict between America's pursuit of constant happiness and the nuanced, often painful realities of human emotion. Through personal stories and cultural comparisons, it highlights the pressure for young people to appear perfect while exploring deeper emotional truths.

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