Chapter
The Danger of a Single Cause
1:22:48 - 1:32:04 (09:15)
The focus on a single cause can lead individuals to become obsessed, leading to a self-reinforcing caricature of themselves that triggers a threat response in their brain, as discussed by the host and guest psychologist.
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Individuals with a strong focus on a single issue or cause can become self-reinforcing on social media, causing them to become caricatures of themselves.
1:22:48 - 1:26:57 (04:08)
Summary
Individuals with a strong focus on a single issue or cause can become self-reinforcing on social media, causing them to become caricatures of themselves. This can be seen in the case of individuals like Tommy Robinson, who started off well-rounded but became consumed by anti-Islamic sentiment on Twitter.
ChapterThe Danger of a Single Cause
Episode#385 - Gurwinder Bhogal - 15 Mental Models To Understand Psychology
PodcastModern Wisdom
The Dunning-Kruger effect is a psychological phenomenon where people who are incompetent at a task or lack knowledge in a particular area overestimate their ability, while people who are skilled or knowledgeable tend to underestimate their ability.
1:26:57 - 1:30:13 (03:16)
Summary
The Dunning-Kruger effect is a psychological phenomenon where people who are incompetent at a task or lack knowledge in a particular area overestimate their ability, while people who are skilled or knowledgeable tend to underestimate their ability. Educating people about this effect can help them become more self-aware and potentially overcome their ignorance.
ChapterThe Danger of a Single Cause
Episode#385 - Gurwinder Bhogal - 15 Mental Models To Understand Psychology
PodcastModern Wisdom
Despite the bias against hiring physically unattractive people, it is important to recognize cognitive biases and the Dunning-Cougar effect, and to give equal opportunities to people with similar qualifications for a job.
1:30:13 - 1:32:04 (01:50)
Summary
Despite the bias against hiring physically unattractive people, it is important to recognize cognitive biases and the Dunning-Cougar effect, and to give equal opportunities to people with similar qualifications for a job.