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The Illusion of Control in Decision-Making

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Our belief in rational decision-making often masks the subconscious influences that guide our choices. This curation delves into the psychological mechanisms that challenge our perception of control over our decisions.

  1. Read
    Dual process theory · Wikipedia

    Explains the dual process theory, highlighting the distinction between implicit and explicit thought processes.

  2. Read
    Why You’re Biased About Being Biased - Nautilus · Nautilus

    Demonstrates how self-awareness of biases can paradoxically increase their influence on our decisions through a classic psychological experiment.

  3. Watch
    The psychology behind irrational decisions - Sara Garofalo · YouTube

    Illustrates the psychological mechanisms behind seemingly irrational decisions, emphasizing the role of heuristics in our thought processes.

  4. Book
    Thinking, Fast and Slow · Bookshop.org

    Examines the two systems of thinking that govern our decisions, revealing the strengths and weaknesses of intuitive versus deliberative thought.

The selected pieces collectively illustrate the dual processes of thought and the biases that emerge from our subconscious. They guide the reader through a journey of understanding how our minds can mislead us, culminating in a comprehensive exploration of decision-making as articulated by Kahneman.