Dr. Caroline Leaf Podcast

Bad is bad, right? Well…not always. In this podcast I speak with acclaimed science writer John Tierney and pioneering research psychologist Roy F. Baumeister about their new book, The Power of Bad, how we can harness our negativity bias for good, why bad is the best teacher, how to avoid anticipating the worst and how to handle negativity on social media and in our relationships.For more info on Roy and John follow them on social media:@JohnTierneyNYC@RoyFBaumeister**Special offers from our sponsors:-Blinkist (my favorite reading app): To get your free week on Blinkist AND 25% off your subscription see: https://www.blinkist.com/nc/partners/cleaning-up-the-mental-mess-Thrive Market (the best grocery delivery service!): Go to thrivemarket.com/DRLEAF. Join today and you’ll get up to $20 in shopping credit toward your first order!Highlights5:05 Why the mind reacts more strongly to bad things8:17 What is the power of bad?11:10, 18:00 How can we use the bad for good