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Robert Redford lived a quiet, gracious life in Tiburon, California, where he was loved by locals for his kindness and love of nature, but he also carried deep sadness over the loss of his son James. He recently sold his home and moved to Santa Fe, New Mexico, reflecting a desire for change and privacy before his death at age 89.
Recent research suggests that negative emotions like sadness, anger, anxiety, and even boredom can be beneficial. Sadness prompts analytical thinking and can help people recover from failure, while anger motivates action to overcome obstacles. Anxiety prepares individuals to respond to potential threats, and boredom can prompt a change in current situations. Understanding how these emotions prepare individuals to handle various situations can help people feel better about experiencing negative emotions.