Think about the critical role acts of decision play in conflict resolution. Then click to hear Jonah Lehrer talking about his book How We Decide. He discusses the role of the brain in decision making. I think you will agree this interview is very interesting.
Topics include:
- Decision-Making in the Cereal Aisle
- The Life-Saving Power--and the Limits of Rational Thinking
- The Science of 'Choking'
- The Power of Placebo
- The Irrationality of Commuting
- 'Metacognition' and Thinking About Thinking
- Artistic Precursors to Scientific Discoveries
He talks about the importance of cultivating meta-cognition—thinking about your thinking— to improve your ability to make good decisions. Since I have mentioned before on this blog the importance of self-awareness and the observing self, I definitely agree!
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