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Could the placebo effect be bullshit? (with Literal Banana)

Clearer Thinking with Spencer Greenberg

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The Power of Mindset on Perception

This chapter discusses how mindset affects perception and the experience of discomfort, using examples like enduring cold and exercise. It explores the implications of the placebo effect, emphasizing the balance between believing in positive outcomes and the need for objective scientific evidence. The speakers also analyze stress responses and self-fulfilling anxiety, highlighting how beliefs can significantly influence emotional and physical experiences.

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