Psychology · 18 min
The Optimism Bias
By Tali Sharot
Explore the neurological roots and profound impact of the optimism bias, a fundamental human tendency that both drives progress and creates dangerous blind spots. This episode unpacks how to leverage its power while mitigating its risks.
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Psychology
Duration
18 min
What it is about
optimism bias, cognitive bias, neuroscience
Who it is for
Best suited to listeners who want a clearer working understanding of optimism bias, cognitive bias, neuroscience and better judgment in how they apply it.
The author
Tali Sharot brings a credible and useful lens to optimism bias, cognitive bias, neuroscience, with enough subject command to make the book worth hearing.
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