Human beings suffer from a psychological phenomenon known as . We remember the one rude comment from a coworker more vividly than the nine compliments we received. Evolutionarily, this kept us alive (better to assume a rustle in the bushes is a tiger than the wind). Modernly, it gives us anxiety.
The artwork plays a crucial role in conveying this atmospheric tension. The character designs are soft and expressive, often contrasting with the heavy, evocative themes of the plot. The use of lighting and color shifts frequently to mirror the internal states of the characters—bright, nostalgic hues for childhood memories and darker, more saturated tones for the moments of modern-day conflict or intimacy. This visual storytelling highlights the psychological weight of their "bad thoughts," making the reader feel the gravity of every stolen glance and unspoken word. Bad Thinking Diary