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The human mind is prone to cognitive biases and faulty reasoning from "summary" of The Concise Laws of Human Nature by Robert Greene
The human mind, despite its complexity and capacity for intelligence, is not infallible. It is, in fact, remarkably prone to cognitive biases and faulty reasoning. These biases and errors in thinking are deeply embedded in our psychological makeup, manifesting themselves in a myriad of ways in our everyday lives. One of the most common cognitive biases that affect our reasoning is confirmation bias. This bias leads us to seek out information that confirms our preconceived beliefs and ignore or dismiss anything that contradicts them. As a result, we often overlook valuable insights and perspectives that could challenge or expand our understanding of the world. Another prevalent cognitive bias is the availability heuristic, where we rely on information that is readily available to us when making decisions or judgments, rather than considering all relevant factors. This can lead us to make hasty and uninformed choices based on limited or biased information, rather than taking the time to gather all the n...
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