12. Does “As If” Thinking Really Work?
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I can do open heart surgery. Come on, I've seen it three times. I'm Angela Duckworth. I'm Steven Dubner. And you're listening to no stupid questions. Today on the show. Can you actually fake it till you make it?
So I'm a nine year old kid. Yeah, I can drive. Also Why do placebos make us feel better? Oh I know you fell down and you're bleeding profusely, but I have a teaspoon of sugar for you.
Angela. I read about a psychological trick of sorts, and I'm wondering if it has any validity. Are you willing to hear me out and pass judgment? Of course I am. Go ahead. So the purpose of this trick is to get yourself out of a depressive or bad mood and
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