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How to counteract common thinking traps

Sep 15, 2022
Woo Kyung-Ahn, a psychology professor at Yale and author of 'Thinking 101,' dives deep into cognitive biases that often lead us astray. She explains how overconfidence can cloud our self-assessment, using a fun BTS dance exercise to illustrate the point. Ahn discusses the psychological impacts of loss aversion, revealing why we cling to decisions despite better options. She also offers strategies to escape cognitive traps, encouraging a broader perspective for personal growth. Finally, she emphasizes active engagement in overcoming biases.
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