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Cognitive ease influences perception and judgment from "summary" of Thinking Fast and Slow by Book Summary
When we are in a state of cognitive ease, everything seems to flow effortlessly. Our thoughts are clear, our judgments are quick, and our perceptions are sharp. This feeling of ease can lead us to believe that what we are perceiving is true and accurate. We are not inclined to question or doubt our judgments when we are in this state of mind. On the other hand, when we are in a state of cognitive strain, our thoughts become muddled, our judgments are slow, and our perceptions are fuzzy. In this state, we are more likely to second-guess ourselves and to question the accuracy of our judgments. We are less confident in our perceptions and more willing to consider alternative explanations. This phenomenon has significant implications for how we make decisions and form beliefs. When we are in a state of cognitive ease, we ...
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