Brain
Interesting articles that tell us more about how our minds work: psychology, persuasion, biases, and more.
Collection by Scott Monty
Big Think
2 key principles are followed by the best decision-makers
4 min · · Adapted from Clear Thinking: Turning Ordinary Moments into Extraordinary Results by Shane Parrish with permission from Portfolio, an imprint of Penguin Publishing Group, a division of Penguin Random… · Shared by 790, including designshard, Scott Monty
New Scientist
Why free will doesn't exist, according to Robert Sapolsky
18+ min · · It's hard to let go of the idea that free will exists, but neuroscientist Robert Sapolsky says that society starts to look very different once you do · Shared by 16, including Scott Monty
MIT Press
What the Science Actually Says About Unconscious Decision Making
20+ min · · There is no free lunch when it comes to tricky decisions; you have to do the thinking. · Shared by 1905, including Scott Monty
Rest of World
Why Silicon Valley’s biggest AI developers are hiring poets
5 min · · Training data companies are grabbing writers of fiction, drama, poetry, and also general humanities experts to improve AI creative writing. · Shared by 485, including Scott Monty
Hidden Brain
You 2.0: How to Break Out of a Rut
1 min · · There are times in life when the challenges we face feel insurmountable. Authors succumb to writer’s block. Athletes and artists hit a plateau. People of a certain age fall into a midlife crisis.… · Shared by 1034, including Scott Monty
Big Think
Time: Do the past, present, and future exist all at once?
8 min · · The concept is so complex that scientists still argue whether it exists or if it is an illusion. · Shared by 488, including Scott Monty
Fast Company
A sense of belonging is what drives well-being—and it’s disappearing
4 min · · Our social connectedness drives our happiness; after more than a year of social isolation, there’s a clear opportunity for brands that can build belonging. · Shared by 33, including Michelle Boisson, Dr. Jonathan Foley, Marsha Collier, Lee Keyes, Scott Monty, Theodora (Theo) Lau - 劉䂀曼 🌻, Stowe Boyd
Psychology Today
Why You’re Not Very Good at Knowing How Common Things Are
4 min · · Our brains mistake vividness for frequency, and it can cause misunderstandings. · Shared by 4, including Scott Monty
Psychology Today
14 Great Study Habits for a Lifetime
5 min · · These tips can help at all ages, from high-school students to job-changers. · Shared by 8, including Scott Monty
timelesstimely.com
It’s Not All About You
3 min · · Just be your unique self. Fewer people are paying attention than you think. · Shared by 7, including Scott Monty
youtube.com
The 4 Types of Introvert
· What comes to your mind when you hear the word: “introvert”? Is it that shy wallflower daydreaming in the social gathering? Or the quiet kid who rarely spoke... · Shared by 1100, including Essaadi, Scott Monty
The Atlantic
The Path to Happiness Is Narrow But Easy
4 min · · Tolstoy was onto something about unhappy families. The solution is to put your relationships first. · Shared by 16, including Scott Monty, Arthur Brooks
Big Think
Why do high IQ people stagnate in their careers? Emotional intelligence
8 min · · Research suggests that emotional intelligence is more vital for success than IQ. Here are several ways to improve it. · Shared by 1209, including Scott Monty
Greater Good
How to Communicate With Love (Even When You’re Mad)
8 min · · A marriage therapist offers a step-by-step guide for a conversation with your partner when emotions are running high. · Shared by 790, including Paul Ekman, Scott Monty
beside.media
How to Ask Good Questions
6 min · · Small talk can be painful. Toronto poet Lee Suksi wanted to ask questions that would spark real connections. Here's what they learned. · Shared by 224, including Scott Monty
CNBC
A neuroscientist shares 4 'highly coveted' skills that set introverts apart: 'Their brains work differently'
3 min · · Neuroscientist Friederike Fabritius has worked with companies like Google and Deloitte on how to retain top talent. While many leaders prefer to hire extroverts, she says introverts are often more… · Shared by 374, including Tinamarie, Scott Monty, Marsha Collier, Rachel Miller | #InfluencerMarketing