You Are Not So Smart 184 - The Blind Spots Between Us - Gleb Tsipursky
Jul 13, 2020
Dr. Gleb Tsipursky, a cognitive neuroscientist and behavioral economist, shares insights from his extensive work on cognitive biases. He explains confirmation bias and offers strategies for de-biasing our decision-making. The conversation delves into the horns effect, illustrating how superficial traits can shape perceptions unfairly. Gleb emphasizes the importance of probabilistic thinking in relationships and highlights the need for reflective practices to improve our understanding of ourselves and others. A fascinating exploration of how biases influence everyday interactions!
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Gut Instincts Aren't Modern
- Gut instincts evolved for primitive tribal societies, not the modern world.
- These instincts create biases like tribalism, which are often maladaptive today.
Delay Reactions to Think
- Delay your reactions to engage your rational, intentional thinking.
- Take breaks of 20-30 minutes for strong emotional arousal before responding thoughtfully.
Employ Probabilistic Thinking
- Use probabilistic thinking and Bayesian reasoning to model uncertain situations.
- Regularly update your beliefs with new evidence to avoid overly optimistic or pessimistic biases.
