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Good Conflict | Amanda Ripley | An Episode From “On Being”

10% Happier with Dan Harris

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The Impact of Cognitive Biases in High Conflict

In high conflict situations, our cognitive biases become more extreme. This can cause us to lose sight of important opportunities and make big mistakes. A former gang leader, Curtis Toler, was caught up in a vendetta based on a tragic story from his past. However, when he had a chance to meet his rival, he realized he had been wrong about him. This realization was disorienting but crucial to avoiding further conflict. It's important for us to recognize our mistakes and not hold onto a sense of moral superiority.

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