About this episode
From doomscrolling to parasocial relationships, why are our brains so drawn to irrational thinking? In this episode, let's delve into the book "The Age of Magical Overthinking: Notes on Modern Irrationality" by Amanda Montell, which explores why we overthink, create stories out of uncertainty, and search for meaning in a world overflowing with information!
Key takeaways
- 1
Cognitive biases like the halo effect and sunk cost are everyday, not exotic.
- 2
Uncertainty is uncomfortable, so the brain manufactures stories to end it.
- 3
Naming the bias in the moment is most of the cure.
Try this tonight
Catch one story you built today from very little evidence. Write what you actually know versus what you filled in.