Episode 015: Temptation Bundling and Behavior Change with Dr. Katy Milkman
The Decision Education Podcast
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Embrace Probabilistic Thinking
Evolution efficiently adapts by repurposing the same biological regions and processes for multiple functions, resulting in solutions that may not be optimal but serve various needs effectively. This principle extends to cognitive biases in our understanding of probabilities and risks. Emphasizing the importance of probabilistic thinking is crucial, especially in scientific endeavors, where evaluating hypotheses and conducting experiments depends on understanding and applying probability. Developing this skill is essential for any scientist.
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