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#585 - Adam Mastroianni - Are Smart People Actually Happier?
Modern Wisdom
Illusion of Decline in People's Morality and Competence
People tend to believe that others are becoming less moral, kind, and competent over time, mainly due to the negative news highlighted in the media. This misconception is augmented by a memory bias called the fading affect bias, where negative experiences are forgotten faster than positive ones, creating an illusion of deterioration in societal behavior. Surveys and research indicate that people's kindness and civility have remained relatively stable over time, challenging the common perception of a decline. The belief in a decline in morality and competence is an illusion, as these are complex traits that are difficult to measure accurately across timeframes.
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