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In this episode, Carl dives into the sneaky nature of confirmation bias, using a personal story about road biking and weight tracking to highlight how we often seek out evidence that supports decisions we've already made. Carl reflects on how this bias shaped his behavior and shares the "Confirmation Bias Prevention Program," a strategy focused on seeking out disconfirming evidence and engaging with opposing viewpoints. Learn why embracing the discomfort of being wrong is key to making better decisions.
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In this episode, Carl dives into the sneaky nature of confirmation bias, using a personal story about road biking and weight tracking to highlight how we often seek out evidence that supports decisions we've already made. Carl reflects on how this bias shaped his behavior and shares the "Confirmation Bias Prevention Program," a strategy focused on seeking out disconfirming evidence and engaging with opposing viewpoints. Learn why embracing the discomfort of being wrong is key to making better decisions.
Want more from Carl? Get the shortest, most impactful weekly email on the web! Sign up for the Weekly Letter from Certified Financial Planner™ and New York Times columnist Carl Richards here: https://behaviorgap.com/

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