

Rationally Speaking #23 - Carol Tavris on Everybody Making Mistakes, Except Us...
Dec 5, 2010
Exploring cognitive dissonance and biases, Carol Tavris discusses how our need to justify our beliefs leads to rationalization and mistreatment of others. She highlights the fallibility of human memory and cultural variations in handling cognitive dissonance. Strategies for navigating critical thinking and engaging with differing viewpoints are also explored, emphasizing the importance of objectivity and compassion.
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Introduction
00:00 • 5min
The Battle Within: Cognitive Dissonance
05:17 • 11min
Exploring the Fallibility and Flexibility of Human Memory
16:36 • 5min
Cultural Variations in Cognitive Dissonance and Rationalization
21:37 • 3min
Navigating Cognitive Dissonance and Critical Thinking
24:40 • 21min
Revisiting a Controversial Book on Women
45:54 • 2min