Think about the last time you asked someone for something. Maybe you were nervous or worried about what the person would think of you. Chances are that you didn't stop to think about the pressure you were exerting on that person. This week, we revisit a favorite episode about a phenomenon known as "egocentric bias," and look at how this bias can lead us astr ... Show More
Jan 5
You 2.0: Cultivating Courage
Why do some people act bravely in a crisis, while others flee or freeze up? Today, we bring you the second part of our You 2.0 series on the mental obstacles that can block us when we're charting a new path. Behavioral scientist Ranjay Gulati argues that courage is a choice, and ... Show More
51m 31s
Oct 2021
Notre cerveau est-il sensible à l’absence d’émotion ?
Joie, tristesse, colère… en observant simplement le comportement ou la gestuelle d’une personne il vous arrive peut-être de réussir à en déduire son état émotionnel. En effet, de nombreux travaux scientifiques ont montré que notre cerveau avait la capacité de lire le langage corp ... Show More
2m 8s
Oct 2020
The practice of being present (Brain Science #32)
We're joined by Elisha Goldstein, PhD - one of the world's preeminent mindfulness teachers, a clinical psychologist, founder of the Mindful Living Collective and, creator of the six-month breakthrough program - A Course in Mindful Living. If you've ever used the Calm app, you mig ... Show More
1h 4m
Mar 2021
Winning the War in Your Mind: Cognitive Biases
<p>How we think determines how we lead. Unfortunately, we’re all vulnerable to strong cognitive biases and unhealthy mindsets that impact our leadership and our organizations. In this episode, learn to rewire your brain with new, healthy thought patterns. </p><p>Watch video and d ... Show More
22m 18s
May 2020
102. Confirmation Bias: How Your Subconscious Beliefs Shape Your Experiences (A Behavioral Economics Foundations Episode)
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Today, we are going to be covering confirmation bias – I know this sounds like one of those concepts you probably think you "get" and that it might not be necessary to listen to...but believe it or not, that is actually your confirmation bias ta ... Show More
33m 5s
<p><em>New episodes come out every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday for free, with 1-week early access for Wondery+ subscribers.</em></p> <p>---</p> <p>An acclaimed science writer on how to upgrade your mind by using more than your head.</p> <p><br /></p> <p>When you think about thi ... Show More
