Cognitive Biases In A Nutshell

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Are you aware of how your internal biases may be affecting your outer reality? We all have biases, even if we deny it. Research indicates that certain biases may be hardwired into our psyche. For instance, Professor Stephen Neuberg's studies reveal that humans evolved to quickly assess threats from outsiders, enhancing survival. Nobel laureate Daniel Kahneman discusses this in "Thinking, Fast and Slow," highlighting how our ability to process information rapidly was crucial for our ancestors in a hostile environment. However, as our surroundings evolved, the decision-making process became more complex, leading to cognitive biases that everyone experiences. These biases can distort your perception, making you believe you are more open-minded than you truly are. This often results in over-reliance on your own judgment, which can have negative consequences. "Cognitive Biases In A Nutshell" will help you identify and correct these biases in your daily life. The book explores various topics, including the five ways your ego misleads you, how bias exists on a scale, the pitfalls of excessive knowledge, and the blending of intuitive and logical thinking. By recognizing your cognitive biases, you can become a better contributor to society, fostering understanding and reducing personal judgments.