Human memory is deeply flawed.
It’s deeply selective. We frequently forget negative information about ourselves1 due to our need to create a positive self-image, and it’s biased to current emotional state.
We are far more likely to forget anything that’s either mundane or negative.2 And instead, we over-index on positive memories.…
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