In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl dives into the concept of confirmation bias, illustrating its insidious nature through personal stories. He recounts his own experiences, from avoiding the scale on days after poor eating choices to misinterpreting dates for a wilderness first responder course, to demonstrate how this cognitive bias leads us to ignore evidence that contradicts our beliefs. Carl explains how confirmation bias protects our ego by reinforcing our existing views, making it challenging to accept that we might be wrong. He offers practical advice on combating this bias by intentionally seeking out contradictory information and considering alternative perspectives. Join Carl as he explores the pitfalls of confirmation bias and shares strategies to overcome it!
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