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Why Being Awkward Is Actually Good For You

THE JOY OF DISCOMFORT

Melissa Dahl, author of the book ‘Cringeworthy,’ argues that the next time you cringe, celebrate it.

Tanya Basu
Tanya Basu 

Senior Editor, Science

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Tanya Basu

Tanya Basu

Senior Editor, Science

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