Supernormal Stimuli is a Stimuli that is larger or more intense than naturally occuring Stimuli. Due to this they have a higher behavioural effect. Eg. porn. These are Stimuli that are outside of your brain's operating parameters.
Published on Sep 15, 2021
We tend to favor decisions that continue the status quo. This is because of the comfort of the familiar.
Published on Sep 14, 2021
People rethink less when an issue is presented as black and white. But many activism movements tend to employ a binary framing. You are either an environmentalist or your a climate change denier. You are woke or you are a racist. Picking a side is an emotional task - not a good way to change your mind.
Published on Sep 13, 2021
In a constantly changing environment, it pays to be able to change your mind. You should know how to re-think - so as to integrate new information and also error check previous knowledge.
Published on Sep 13, 2021
SMART Goals are good for small tasks. But for larger goals, they break down. PACT system is more useful for those. Eg. "Learn Coding"
Published on Sep 12, 2021
Symmetric Competition is multiple elements competing for the same resource.
Published on Sep 12, 2021
Therefore, learning process should include unlearning.
Published on Sep 09, 2021