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Developing Theory of Mind
1:01:35 - 1:10:44 (09:08)
The ability to understand and predict the thoughts and behaviors of others has tangible benefits, but how do we develop this skill? It can be practiced through empathy and strategic activities like playing poker with set limits to increase repetition and learn to predict the reactions of others.
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Theory of mind is the ability to understand and anticipate the thoughts and feelings of others, a valuable skill in a multitude of contexts such as parenting, social interactions, and online poker.
1:01:35 - 1:04:41 (03:06)
Summary
Theory of mind is the ability to understand and anticipate the thoughts and feelings of others, a valuable skill in a multitude of contexts such as parenting, social interactions, and online poker. The development of this skill can aid in critical thinking and decision making in various situations.
ChapterDeveloping Theory of Mind
Episode#566: John List — A Master Economist on Strategic Quitting, How to Practice Theory of Mind, Learnings from Uber, Optimizations to Boost Donations, the Primitives of Decision-Making, and How Field Experiments Reveal Hidden Realities
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
In this episode, the speaker explains how he uses a clock to help him know when to bluff in poker and discusses a strategy for getting someone to tip who adheres to the social norm of not tipping.
1:04:41 - 1:07:46 (03:05)
Summary
In this episode, the speaker explains how he uses a clock to help him know when to bluff in poker and discusses a strategy for getting someone to tip who adheres to the social norm of not tipping.
ChapterDeveloping Theory of Mind
Episode#566: John List — A Master Economist on Strategic Quitting, How to Practice Theory of Mind, Learnings from Uber, Optimizations to Boost Donations, the Primitives of Decision-Making, and How Field Experiments Reveal Hidden Realities
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The speaker talks about his experience playing poker and enjoying the undervalued skill of blackjack, which he considers more interesting than people give it credit for.
1:07:46 - 1:10:44 (02:57)
Summary
The speaker talks about his experience playing poker and enjoying the undervalued skill of blackjack, which he considers more interesting than people give it credit for.