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Ep69 "Why do you see something everywhere after you've seen it once?"

Inner Cosmos with David Eagleman

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The Bader-Meinhof Phenomenon Explained

This chapter delves into the Bader-Meinhof phenomenon, highlighting how we begin to notice things more frequently after we've learned about them. It examines the role of selective attention in shaping our perceptions, using relatable examples to illustrate how our brains filter and prioritize sensory information.

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