
How to Survive a Losing Team
Good Sport
Victory Breeds Confidence
The winner effect illustrates how initial successes can create a psychological boost that increases the likelihood of future victories. This phenomenon originates from animal behavior studies, which reveal that winning even minor confrontations enhances the probability of winning subsequent ones. In essence, experiencing a victory builds confidence and establishes a dominance hierarchy, evident in both chickens and aggressive fish like the green sunfish, demonstrating the broader implications of winning on competitive dynamics.
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