Why does the brain mostly remember tragic, bad or embarassing memories instead of the happy ones

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Why does the brain mostly remember tragic, bad or embarassing memories instead of the happy ones

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Everyone is wired a little different, but I think it’s important to note that brains remember things by repeating them for one reason or another and if you’re only repeatedly thinking about the bad things, it could mean you’re dealing with anxiety and depression. If you feel like all you remember are negative memories, I’d suggest talking about it with a professional and seeing if you can’t work on solidifying those positive memories. This has nothing to do with evolutionary survival. Good memories are important for that too.