Declinism: Why You Think Things Are Getting WorseYour brain might be romanticizing the 'good old days'.
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Clear Thinking StrategiesChallenge the feeling that society is in a constant state of decline. This bias, fueled by rosy memories of the past, can distort your perception of the present. By understanding how this cognitive shortcut works, you can gain a more accurate view of the world and avoid the pessimism and apathy it creates. This allows for better decision-making based on reality, not a romanticized past.
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