The Poodle Paradox: Navigating Decisions and Risks

This chapter uses the story of a poodle named Dakota escaping into the subway as a metaphor for the tough decision-making faced during the COVID pandemic. It delves into themes of overconfidence among successful individuals, survivor bias in risk-taking, and the complex psychology of gamblers. The discussion reveals how personal narratives and environmental factors shape our understanding of decision-making in high-stakes situations.