You use this word to help you through hard times without even knowing it

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We all deal with heartbreak in somewhat predictable ways. 

You might eagerly re-top that glass of wine, add a few extra miles to your daily run or binge-watch your favorite childhood TV show. 

But, without even realizing it, there's something else you do all the time that probably helps dull the pain. 

A new study published in the journal Science found that using the generic form of the word "you" helps people make sense of and distance themselves from negative emotional experiences. 

Consider, for example, sayings like: "You don't know what you have till it's gone," or "what doesn't kill you makes you stronger." Read more...

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via Zero Tech Blog

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