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The Hidden Costs of Gratitude: Gratitude Amplification Is Costly for Personal and Relationship Well-Being

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Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin

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Abstract

Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin, Ahead of Print.
Expressing gratitude often strengthens relationships, yet many people say “thank you” despite not feeling especially grateful. Although this may seem innocuous, are there hidden costs? We tested the effects of expressed, perceived, and accurate ...