Mistakes Were Made But Not By Me, Why We Justify Foolish Beliefs, Bad Decisions, and Hurtful Acts
Why We Justify Foolish Beliefs, Bad Decisions, and Hurtful Acts
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Mistakes Were Made (But Not by Me) explores the phenomenon of cognitive dissonance and how it drives self-justification.
The book explains how people tend to rationalize their decisions and behaviors, even when those actions lead to negative outcomes.
Tavris and Aronson present compelling examples from various fields, including politics, medicine, and law, to illustrate the pervasive nature of self-justification.
The authors delve into the psychological mechanisms that enable individuals to maintain a positive self-image, even in the face of contradictory evidence.
By understanding these biases, readers can become more aware of their own tendencies toward self-justification and make more rational decisions.
Ultimately, the book offers insights into improving personal and professional relationships through enhanced self-awareness and empathy.
The book explains how people tend to rationalize their decisions and behaviors, even when those actions lead to negative outcomes.
Tavris and Aronson present compelling examples from various fields, including politics, medicine, and law, to illustrate the pervasive nature of self-justification.
The authors delve into the psychological mechanisms that enable individuals to maintain a positive self-image, even in the face of contradictory evidence.
By understanding these biases, readers can become more aware of their own tendencies toward self-justification and make more rational decisions.
Ultimately, the book offers insights into improving personal and professional relationships through enhanced self-awareness and empathy.
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Carol Tavris
Getting Out of the Self-Justification Trap (Carol Tavris, PhD)
