Can you trust your gut feeling
Can you trust your gut feeling, should you? Why big decisions require more than spreadsheets An Explanatorium examination of how intuition actually works—and why
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Can you trust your gut feeling, should you? Why big decisions require more than spreadsheets An Explanatorium examination of how intuition actually works—and why
The rational case for trusting your gut: why big decisions require more than spreadsheets An Explanatorium examination of how intuition actually works—and why pretending it
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Definition and importance.
The difference between critical thinking and skepticism.
How it applies to everyday life.
How information shapes beliefs and decisions.
Why it is more important now than ever.
Overview of manipulation techniques (distraction, emotional appeals, etc.).
How political language can obscure meaning or mislead (e.g., doublespeak, euphemisms).
Spotting emotional manipulation (fear-mongering, scapegoating).
How to evaluate political promises and accusations.
Fact-checking and reliable sources.
How to critically assess political platforms, speeches, and debates.
The role of confirmation bias in political choices.
Sensationalism in health reporting.
How health scare stories can manipulate through fear.
How to interpret medical studies and scientific reports.
Common logical fallacies in health debates (appeal to authority, false cause, etc.).
How misinformation can affect public health (vaccines, pandemics).
Ways to assess conflicting information in health crises.
How economic data can be manipulated or presented misleadingly.
Assessing the validity of economic forecasts and claims.
voiding scams and get-rich-quick schemes through critical thinking.
Understanding risk and reward in financial decisions.
How science is often misrepresented in media.
Differentiating between credible research and pseudoscience.
Why it’s crucial for sound judgments.
How to evaluate scientific claims (peer review, replicability, etc.).
How to critically evaluate debates on climate change, energy, and sustainability.
Spotting fallacies in environmental arguments.
How companies use psychological tactics to influence purchasing decisions.
How to assess product claims and avoid manipulation.
The role of algorithms in shaping our views.
How to avoid echo chambers and confirmation bias online.
How to respect different beliefs while thinking critically about them.
The practice itself and ethics in discussing sensitive topics.
Daily practices for honing your skills.
How to remain open-minded but discerning.
The role of critical thinkers in promoting informed public discourse.
Encouraging a culture of questioning, not cynicism.
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