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Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

Can You Handle the Truth About Your Own Self-Deception?

Self-deception is widespread and mindfulness focused on body and acceptance can reveal personal truths and enhance authenticity.
#dunning-kruger
fromFuturism
4 days ago
Artificial intelligence

AI Is Causing a Grim New Twist on the Dunning-Kruger Effect, Research Finds

fromFuturism
4 days ago
Artificial intelligence

AI Is Causing a Grim New Twist on the Dunning-Kruger Effect, Research Finds

Psychology
fromPsychology Today
3 weeks ago

The Strategic Delusions That Keep Us Going

Strategic, mildly delusional optimism and overconfidence can propel bold vision, persistence, and extraordinary achievement when distinguished from clinical delusion and used wisely.
#conspiracy-theories
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Is Honesty Always the Best Policy?

We often assume that more of a "good" leadership trait is always better. More confidence will inspire, more ambition will motivate, and more authenticity will build trust. But research tells us that's not the full story. Even the best leadership qualities can backfire when taken too far. In management research, Pierce and Aguinis (2013) call this the too-much-of-a-good-thing (TMGT) effect.
Business
Food & drink
fromTasting Table
2 months ago

The $2 Parking Lot Steak Scam: What Is It And Why You Should Steer Clear - Tasting Table

High confidence in scam detection does not prevent many from falling for scams.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
6 months ago

The Benefits of Overconfidence Have Been Exaggerated

Overconfidence may motivate effort but does not guarantee better results.
The charm of overconfidence is deceiving, especially if survivor bias is overlooked.
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