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“The failure to think positively can weigh on a cancer patient like a second disease.”

Quote by Barbara Ehrenreich

Book:Bright-sided: How the Relentless Promotion of Positive Thinking Has Undermined America

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Bright-sided: How the Relentless Promotion of Positive Thinking Has Undermined America

This book delves into the consequences of an overly optimistic mindset, exploring how the relentless promotion of positive thinking may have detrimental effects on society. more

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Barbara Ehrenreich

Barbara Ehrenreich is an American political figure born on August 26, 1941. She is known for her activities in labor movements, social justice, and gender equality. more

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Source: Bright-sided: How the Relentless Promotion of Positive Thinking Has Undermined America

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Book:Bright-sided: How the Relentless Promotion of Positive Thinking Has Undermined America

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