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How to rewire your perspective | Derek Sivers | Ep 125

We Have A Meeting

CHAPTER

The Nature of Beliefs and Behavior

This chapter examines the subjective nature of beliefs and their influence on optimism and pessimism, drawing from personal anecdotes and neurological studies. It challenges listeners to consider the reliability of their beliefs and the motivations behind their actions, advocating for a focus on the effectiveness of beliefs rather than their truth. By balancing useful beliefs with their limitations, the chapter encourages self-reflection on how our belief systems shape our everyday behaviors and emotional states.

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