psychology Biased against bias? Why we dislike bias, and why we often need it. While it's true that bias can lead to inaccurate conclusions and unfair decisions, it's important to recognize that not all biases are inherently negative.
psychology Why is intuition so fast? Last week we discussed intuitive thinking or "trusting your gut," looking at situations in which it is advantageous and when it is not. This week, I'd like to continue the discussion by looking at why intuition is so much faster than its more methodical counterpart. The
psychology Should you trust your gut? It's complicated. I often watch shows where decision making plays a key role, from police dramas to medical dramas and more. I've noticed a common theme: trust your gut. The oft-uttered phrase sounds cliché, but what truth is there to it? Should you trust your gut? First, some vocab. When
meta What is this blog about? If you've come to this page, you're probably wondering what this blog is about. You probably gathered that its about decision making, but admittedly that's pretty vague. So, let me explain what this blog is all about. My name is Ethan Guthrie, and I