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Free Will and the War Against Our Minds - Are We Becoming NPCs?
Growth Mindset Psychology: The Science of Self-Improvement
The Dynamics of Thinking: Conformity and Contrarianism
This chapter examines the brain's dual processing systems, emphasizing how instinctive reactions and cognitive biases shape decision-making in a complex social landscape. It discusses the phenomenon of people becoming conformist non-player characters (NPCs), often yielding to group consensus without critical evaluation, while also analyzing the pitfalls of contrarian thinking. Through the lens of societal issues and media narratives, the chapter critiques how both conformity and contrarianism can distort understanding and perpetuate misinformed beliefs.
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