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Psychology

Status Hierarchies and the Sociology of Everyday Emotions

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In a 2021 study, participants who were socially excluded felt a drop in 'status' and reported higher levels of shame and lower pride, even when the exclusion was based on a random computer decision, showing how perceived ranking shapes our emotions.

Why this is interesting

We've all felt a flush of pride or a pang of shame, but have you ever wondered why such feelings often depend on who is watching?