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The happiness effect of competitive elections is real: Losing an election hurts. In fact, research shows that in presidential elections, having your candidate lose can depress happiness for months. How are you feeling post-election? In this episode, Arthur and Ceci explore the research on happiness and post-election suffering. Also, Arthur shares some much-needed advice for those attempting to cope with Trump’s loss; but for those celebrating a Biden victory, Arthur has some advice for you, too. References and further reading: How to Cope with Election Agony| Arthur Brooks Losing Hurts: The Happiness Impact of Partisan Electoral Loss |Pierce, L., Rogers, T., a Snyder, J. Presidential Elections, Divided Politics, and Happiness in the USA |Pinto, S., et al.