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Constantly scanning the world for the negative comes with a great cost. It undercuts our creativity, raises our stress levels, and lowers our motivation and ability to accomplish goals.

Shawn Achor

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Shawn Achor
Age: 46
Born: 1978
Born: March 9
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Psychologist
Waco
Texas
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