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Low cognition predicts unrealistic optimism. High cognition predicts realism and pessimism. (journals.sagepub.com)
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[–] Kissaki@feddit.de 1 points 1 year ago

Pessimism is just a function of an unhealthy lifestyle and mindset.

Can you elaborate your perspective? Do you think pessimism serves no useful purpose? Why do you think it exists?