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The Neuroscience of Confidence | Ian Robertson

10% Happier with Dan Harris

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Defensive Pessimism and Confidence Dynamics

This chapter explores defensive pessimism as a strategy for realistic confidence, emphasizing the balance between optimism and awareness of potential downsides. It also examines the impact of overconfidence in powerful individuals, showcasing historical examples and proposing organizational mechanisms to counteract this phenomenon.

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