In this episode, we dive into the Observer scale, a critical dimension in understanding how we process the world—and where most conflicts arise. Learn why scoring on opposite sides of the double bell curve often leads to friction, as differing cognitive preferences clash. We'll explore how awareness of these differences can transform conflict into connection and share practical tips for bridging the gap, whether in personal relationships or professional dynamics. Tune in to discover how observing the Observer can improve communication and foster deeper understanding.

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Francis Sopper and Robert Brown dive into the symbolic observer preference's strengths and weaknesses.

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Francis Sopper and Robert Brown discuss the selective listener preference. They review strategies for dealing with the strengths and weakness that are inherent with it and review client examples of how this comes up in daily life.

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Francis Sopper and Robert Brown discuss the blind test theory and the conclusions we come to when cognitively primed to think a certain way.

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What do we value more: utility or symbolism? Robert Brown and Francis Sopper discuss how we view the world, what draws our attention, and why all of this information is important to our daily interactions.

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Francis Sopper and Robert Brown share profound insights into the nature of anger, revealing that it stems from a place of fear. By recognizing this connection, we can better manage our emotions and respond more compassionately to others.
 

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Today Robert Brown and Francis Sopper explore a universal topic, how our brains cope with uncertainty. Inspired by Frank's latest newsletter, the pair discuss the psychological impact grief has on our cognitive preferences and behavior.

Frank's Newsletter: https://www.kairoscognition.com/blog/df2b73cdacba3f55

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What makes some concepts inherently slippery for our minds to grasp? Robert Brown and Francis Sopper discuss how casinos use psychological tactics to keep you playing, the cognitive biases at play, and why our brains find it so hard to walk away. 

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Our minds haven't evolved in the last 30,000 years. Learn how this affects us on a daily basis as Francis Sopper and Robert Brown discuss how our brains can't keep up with the rapid changes in technology and the large amounts of information that bombard us in the modern age. 

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Where does our modern format for learning originate? Francis Sopper and Robert Brown discuss the high level of engagement traditional learning in Roman times incorporated and the shift that occurred in the fourth century.

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