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Cognitive Rigidity: How Einstein Overcame The 5 Biases That Keep Us Stuck (You Can Too) - [#5 Cog biases]
How to uncover our fixed mindsets and the biases that keep us stuck?
We dive into the concept of cognitive rigidity and the five cognitive biases that affect our daily lives:
Through personal anecdotes and historical examples, including insights from Albert Einstein's life, we explore how these biases shape our behaviour and decision-making.
Learn practical strategies for overcoming cognitive rigidity, enhancing your mental flexibility, and achieving a growth mindset.
Don't miss this enlightening and informative episode!
Further reading:
Einstein - Walter Isaacson
Thinking Fast and Slow - Daniel Kahneman
Predictably Irrational - Dan Ariely
Further Listening
Enjoyed this episode? Check out the rest of the Cognitive Ciases series:
Ego Blindspots: 9 Cognitive Biases to Avoid - [May 7th]
Human Nature vs. Money: Battling Irrationality & Thinking Traps [May 19th]
Confirmation Bias and the 7 Sins of Lazy Thinking - [June 4th]
Reality Distortion and the 7 Illusions of Perception Impact Everyone - [June 18th]
Thinking Fast and Slow: How to Make Better Decisions - [July 12th]
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Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Cognitive Rigidity
00:29 A Personal Story of Cognitive Rigidity
03:47 Defining Cognitive Rigidity
04:53 Functional Fixedness
09:36 Overcoming Functional Fixedness
11:00 The Endowment Effect
15:06 Overcoming the Endowment Effect
16:26 The Bandwagon Effect
20:24 Understanding Hyperbolic Discounting
25:10 Einstein's Personal Struggles and Successes
29:28 The Zeigarnik Effect: Unfinished Tasks and Obsession
33:56 Relationships and Social Media: The Open Loop Trap
38:34 Einstein's Journey: Genius and Cognitive Biases
40:53 Embracing Growth and Self-Acceptance
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How to uncover our fixed mindsets and the biases that keep us stuck?
We dive into the concept of cognitive rigidity and the five cognitive biases that affect our daily lives:
Through personal anecdotes and historical examples, including insights from Albert Einstein's life, we explore how these biases shape our behaviour and decision-making.
Learn practical strategies for overcoming cognitive rigidity, enhancing your mental flexibility, and achieving a growth mindset.
Don't miss this enlightening and informative episode!
Further reading:
Einstein - Walter Isaacson
Thinking Fast and Slow - Daniel Kahneman
Predictably Irrational - Dan Ariely
Further Listening
Enjoyed this episode? Check out the rest of the Cognitive Ciases series:
Ego Blindspots: 9 Cognitive Biases to Avoid - [May 7th]
Human Nature vs. Money: Battling Irrationality & Thinking Traps [May 19th]
Confirmation Bias and the 7 Sins of Lazy Thinking - [June 4th]
Reality Distortion and the 7 Illusions of Perception Impact Everyone - [June 18th]
Thinking Fast and Slow: How to Make Better Decisions - [July 12th]
Sponsors:
ManScaped: Leading the charge in Men's grooming below and above the waist.
Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code GROWTH - ManScaped.com/Growth
SleepyClub: Doctor-approved natural sleeping aid that improves sleep quality. Safe to take every day.
20% discount code 'GROWTH20' - SleepyClub.co.uk
ShortForm: Summaries and guides for the world's best books and ideas.
FREE trial and 20% off annual fee - ShortForm.com/Psychology
Meet Sam
Free Call - Schedule Link
Feedback - Request and Ideas Form
Sam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement.
Watch - YouTube (Growth Mindset)
Mail - GrowthMindsetPodcast(at)gmail.com
Insta - SamJam.zen
Newsletter - Expansive Thinking
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Cognitive Rigidity
00:29 A Personal Story of Cognitive Rigidity
03:47 Defining Cognitive Rigidity
04:53 Functional Fixedness
09:36 Overcoming Functional Fixedness
11:00 The Endowment Effect
15:06 Overcoming the Endowment Effect
16:26 The Bandwagon Effect
20:24 Understanding Hyperbolic Discounting
25:10 Einstein's Personal Struggles and Successes
29:28 The Zeigarnik Effect: Unfinished Tasks and Obsession
33:56 Relationships and Social Media: The Open Loop Trap
38:34 Einstein's Journey: Genius and Cognitive Biases
40:53 Embracing Growth and Self-Acceptance
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