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Zubin Damania on Nondualism, Fasting, Consciousness, Podcasting, and Self-fulfilling beliefs

Theories of Everything with Curt Jaimungal

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Navigating Change: Mind, Bias, and Belief

This chapter explores the challenges of changing one's beliefs when presented with new information, focusing on the biases that often hinder rational decision-making. The speakers use the 'elephant and the rider' metaphor to illustrate how emotions can drive choices before logic has a chance to intervene. They delve into the dynamics of belief systems, the influence of social media, and the emotional toll associated with publicly shifting perspectives on polarizing issues.

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