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Why Revenge Feels So Good—and Why It Hurts Us artwork
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Why Revenge Feels So Good—and Why It Hurts Us

The Science of Happiness by PRX and Greater Good Science Center

Jul 16, 202623:18Science & Medicine

Neuroscience reveals revenge can become a powerful habit—and that forgiveness may be one of the most effective ways to break the cycle. Summary: After years of bullying led him to almost committing an act of violence, Ja...

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Why Revenge Feels So Good—and Why It Hurts Us is an episode from The Science of Happiness by PRX and Greater Good Science Center. Neuroscience reveals revenge can become a powerful habit—and that forgiveness may be one of the most effective...

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Published Jul 16, 2026, 23:18 long, audio available.