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#832 - Rudyard Lynch - Is This The Most Absurd Time In History?
Modern Wisdom
Understand the Group: Influence Shapes Actions
Research in game theory reveals that a significant segment of the population, approximately 60%, will conform to group consensus, demonstrating a tendency to follow social norms. Within this, 20% are consistently cooperative, contributing beyond their self-interest, while another 20% seeks to benefit at the expense of the group. This dynamic can drastically shift behaviors based on neighborhood consensus; for instance, changing the collective opinion about displaying signs can increase compliance dramatically from 18% to 78%. The insight emphasizes a current societal ennui, where individuals feel disconnected and unsure of their desires and actions, often trapped in outdated mentalities from the past. This disconnection stems from a failure to recognize the depth of societal changes, leading to various factions vying for cultural dominance amidst a backdrop of existential confusion.
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