The Power of Bad. Book Summary

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John Tierney, Roy F. Baumeister

What’s inside

The Power of Bad examines the ‘negativity effect,’ the psychological phenomenon where negative experiences have a more significant impact on us than positive ones.

You’ll Learn

  • Understanding the influence of negativity in daily life
  • Learning strategies to combat negative bias
  • Improving decision-making and personal relationships
  • Enhancing positivity in personal and professional environments

Key Points

  • The Dominance of Negative Events
  • Overcoming Negativity in the Media
  • The Impact of Bad on Decision Making
  • Strategies for Accentuating the Positive
  • Negativity in Personal Relationships
  • Improving Workplace Culture

Who’s it For

  • Psychology enthusiasts
  • Self-help readers
  • Business professionals
  • Behavioral scientists

About the author

John Tierney and Roy F. Baumeister are renowned writers and researchers who explore psychological concepts.