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How to Reframe Your “Problems” as “Puzzles” | A.J. Jacobs

10% Happier with Dan Harris

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Apophenia / Beware of Falling in Love with Your Hypothesis

Pattern finding is both a useful skill and a potential pitfall of the human mind. While it allows us to understand science and create art, it can also lead us to see patterns where they don't exist, like with conspiracy theories such as QAnon. It's important to be wary of this tendency, and not to become too attached to our own hypotheses. This applies not only to puzzles, but also to politics and relationships. Stay open-minded and willing to admit when you're wrong.

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