This excerpt from Rolf Dobelli's The Art of Thinking Clearly catalogs common cognitive biases that affect decision-making. The text illustrates these biases through various anecdotes and examples, ranging from financial markets to everyday life.

Dobelli explores the consequences of these biases, offering insights into how to mitigate their impact on judgment. The author also touches on evolutionary psychology, suggesting that many of our cognitive flaws are rooted in our ancestral past.