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The Blue Dot Effect: Why Things Always Seem Worse Than They Are

The Blue Dot Effect: Why Things Always Seem Worse Than They Are

Update: 2024-06-126
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Have you ever wondered why, despite everything seemingly going well, you still feel a nagging sense of dissatisfaction? Well, you’re not alone. This is actually a fascinating psychological phenomenon I call "The Blue Dot Effect". It’s all about how our brains can trick us into seeing problems and negativity even when everything around us is getting better.


Join me and Drew as we unpack this curious effect and explore how it impacts our everyday lives. From the way we perceive our personal achievements to our overall happiness, the Blue Dot Effect plays a sneaky role in shaping our mindset.


Let's dig right in.


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The Blue Dot Effect: Why Things Always Seem Worse Than They Are

The Blue Dot Effect: Why Things Always Seem Worse Than They Are

Mark Manson