Growth Mindset Psychology: The Science of Self-Improvement Ego Blindspots: Common cognitive distortions of the self - [Cognitive Biases #2]
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Nov 28, 2025 Ever defended a silly idea just to maintain your ego? This discussion dives into cognitive biases, like the Dunning-Kruger effect, revealing how we often overestimate our abilities. You’ll learn about the spotlight effect, the curse of knowledge, and how our biases skew our perception of ourselves and others. Discover practical tips for reducing ego, embracing feedback, and making better decisions. Get ready to challenge your own thoughts and become more self-aware!
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Stretching At A Barbecue
- Sam describes stretching at social events and people's reactions, revealing the spotlight effect in action.
- Most commenters actually talk about themselves, not him, illustrating how people project their own concerns.
How Dunning‑Kruger Skews Confidence
- Dunning-Kruger causes novices to overestimate their abilities while experts doubt themselves.
- Seeking clear feedback is the fastest way to collapse misperceptions about competence.
Status Quo Favors Familiarity
- Status quo bias makes people prefer familiar options even when better alternatives exist.
- Radical improvements beat marginally better products because people avoid change risk.
