Why is it that we as humans can sit for hours trying to recall important details from our memory, but our brains have no problems recalling embarrasing or humiliating things that happened decades ago like it happened 5 minutes ago?
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It’s likely due to how our brains prioritize emotional memories. Embarrassing moments are often linked to strong negative emotions, which can solidify the memory and make it easier to recall. This might be a survival mechanism, as remembering past mistakes can help us avoid them in the future.
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