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Understanding FOMO: the fear of missing out

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Understanding FOMO: the fear of missing out
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StarsInsider
26/05/2025 13:30 ‧ 2 weeks ago | StarsInsider

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Are you caught up in relentless striving to be a part of every single event, afraid to miss a thing? Or perhaps the opposite is true: you love nothing more than bailing on plans (particularly at the last minute), and the sweet sense of freedom follows. Welcome to the spectrum of "missing out," which ranges from anxiety and regret to happiness and a sense of satisfaction. But is this emotional rollercoaster necessary or normal?

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