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"So stigma thrives. Negativity thrives. People do not see us in powerful or beautiful or joyful positions, they see us only in struggle."

From BBC • Jan. 27, 2026

Negativity bias — that practically universal human tendency to give more weight to negative developments — is almost certainly costing you.

From MarketWatch • Dec. 24, 2025

She added that "ICON" stands for "I Can Overcome Negativity," and implored her fans to do so "every single moment."

From Fox News • Mar. 23, 2022

Negativity is not permitted, and handshakes are available on request.

From The Verge • Feb. 16, 2022

Negativity, in short, can be potent poison, and its effects are long lasting and often pernicious.

From New York Times • Apr. 17, 2015




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