Human Nature
Self-Deception: The Stories We Tell Ourselves
We’re surprisingly good at fooling ourselves: about our mistakes, our motives and our habits. Here’s why the mind does it, and simple ways to see yourself a little more honestly.
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Human Nature
The Spotlight Effect: People Notice You Far Less Than You Think
Sure everyone saw your mistake? Research shows we hugely overestimate how much others notice us. Here’s how to use that to feel lighter and braver.
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