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A Little Happier: Do You Suffer from “Paris Syndrome?”

A Little Happier: Do You Suffer from “Paris Syndrome?”

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The gap between expectations and reality determines whether we feel happy or disappointed. From empty-nest parents hoping for daily texts to tourists experiencing "Paris syndrome," our expectations shape our emotions. Sometimes adjusting expectations—rather than changing reality—is the key to happiness.

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