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How to Identify Your Negative Emotions

The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos

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Comparisons drive dissatisfaction

Comparing oneself to others, even among non-human primates and animals, can lead to feelings of dissatisfaction and agitation. This comparison behavior is not limited to humans but extends to other mammals as well. The nature of comparing oneself to others for rewards, even if the reward received is satisfactory, can result in unexpected reactions such as rejecting the reward received. Additionally, the fleeting nature of surprise as an emotion is highlighted, indicating that while other emotions like sadness or grief linger, surprise is short-lived and requires attention.

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