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The Antidote: Happiness for People Who Can't Stand Positive Thinking

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Oliver Burkeman
Oliver Burkeman

Oliver Burkeman, born in 1975, is a British journalist who specializes in writing about personal development, self-improvement, and psychology. His work often delves into the challenges of stress and anxiety in modern life, offering insights into how to cope with these issues through a psychological and philosophical lens. more

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