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Feedback Hurts Because Your Brain Thinks It’s a Threat

Feedback Hurts Because Your Brain Thinks It’s a Threat

Feedback Hurts Because Your Brain Thinks It’s a ThreatAdam Seaman
Published on: 14/11/2025

Feedback can feel like an attack because the brain interprets it as a threat. Understanding the neuroscience behind this response helps leaders turn feedback into an opportunity for trust, alignment, and growth.

Feedback and Growth

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