[Written by ChatGPT. Image credit] How to navigate and ethically leverage the “C” biases in cognitive psychology for influence and income Biases aren’t just quirks of the mind—they’re leverage points. If you understand them, you can nudge people toward better decisions. If you don’t, you’re likely to be nudged yourself. Here’s a breakdown of cognitiveContinueContinue reading “C is for Choice—and for the Biases That Shape It”
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The Consistency of Cognitive Biases Across Cultures: Implications for the Human Brain
[Written by Gemini. Image credit] Cognitive biases, defined as systematic deviations from rational judgment, represent predictable patterns of error in human thinking. These biases influence how individuals perceive reality and make decisions, often leading to interpretations and choices that deviate from objective analysis. The field of cognitive science, along with social psychology and behavioral economics,ContinueContinue reading “The Consistency of Cognitive Biases Across Cultures: Implications for the Human Brain”
Beyond Bias: The “B” List That Builds or Breaks Success
[Written by ChatGPT] Use your brain’s blind spots like a pro—or be played by them When you learn about cognitive biases, it feels like getting your hands on the instruction manual for human behavior. These mental shortcuts aren’t just quirks—they’re tools. Especially for enterprising minds. Let’s explore the ones that start with B and breakContinueContinue reading “Beyond Bias: The “B” List That Builds or Breaks Success”
Parenting Through the Lens of Charlie Munger: 25 Human Tendencies That Help or Hinder How We Raise Our Kids
[Written by ChatGPT. Image credit] In Poor Charlie’s Almanack, Charlie Munger, Warren Buffett’s longtime business partner, introduces his “Psychology of Human Misjudgment,” a framework of 25 cognitive biases—or human tendencies—that frequently steer people toward irrational or suboptimal choices. Drawing from psychology, behavioral economics, and his own rich experience, Munger unpacks these mental patterns with clarityContinueContinue reading “Parenting Through the Lens of Charlie Munger: 25 Human Tendencies That Help or Hinder How We Raise Our Kids”
Book Club: Rethinking How We Think – The Enduring Power of Thinking, Fast and Slow
[Written by ChatGPT] Thinking, Fast and Slow is one of those rare books that changes the way you see the world—and yourself. Written by Daniel Kahneman, a psychologist who won the Nobel Prize in Economics, the book explores the two ways our minds work: the fast, instinctive side and the slow, thoughtful side. Kahneman walksContinueContinue reading “Book Club: Rethinking How We Think – The Enduring Power of Thinking, Fast and Slow”
Spear, Shield, and the Mind
[Written by ChatGPT] Long ago in ancient China, a merchant claimed to sell the strongest spear—able to pierce any shield—and the strongest shield—able to block any spear. When asked what would happen if the spear struck the shield, he had no answer. This contradiction gave rise to the word 矛盾 (máodùn), meaning “paradox” or “conflict.”ContinueContinue reading “Spear, Shield, and the Mind”
Mental Model for Decision Making
[Image credit] I wish I had come across Charlie Munger’s talk, “A Lesson on Elementary, Worldly Wisdom as It Relates to Investment Management and Business,” when I was younger. After decades of formal and informal education, I’ve accumulated countless data points and insights, yet I haven’t fully connected them into a structured decision-making framework orContinueContinue reading “Mental Model for Decision Making”
Book Club: What Should Life Mean to You by Alfred Adler
[Image credit; Also see The Vienna Schools of Psychotherapy Gold Coin Set] I started reading this book as a part of a book club, drawn to its reputation as a foundational work in Alfred Adler’s Individual Psychology—a theory that has profoundly influenced fields like parenting, education, and therapy. However, this is not a light orContinueContinue reading “Book Club: What Should Life Mean to You by Alfred Adler”
The Landscape of Human Emotions
[Written by Gemini 2.0 Flash Thinking Experimental] Report on Human Emotions: Exploring Atlas of the Heart, Neurobiological Foundations, and Cultivating Emotional Well-being Introduction: Human emotions are the vibrant tapestry of our inner lives, coloring our experiences, driving our actions, and shaping our relationships. They are complex, multifaceted, and often perplexing, yet understanding them is crucialContinueContinue reading “The Landscape of Human Emotions”
The Magnifying Glass of the Mind: A Whimsical Guide to Dysmorphia and Self-Love
[Image from NYtimes] Don’t we all know someone who has millions yet feels poor, who teaches at prestigious universities yet still feels unaccomplished, or who is healthy yet dissatisfied with their less than perfect abs? The higher the hill we climb, the more we’re surrounded by high achievers. It seems the closer we get toContinueContinue reading “The Magnifying Glass of the Mind: A Whimsical Guide to Dysmorphia and Self-Love”
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