Mass Psychosis: How An Entire Population Becomes Stupid with Dan Ariely

Today, we"re diving into a deep conversation with our special guest, Dan Ariely, a renowned psychology and behavioral economics professor at Duke University. In this episode, we explore the challenges of navigating the complexities of life, especially during these uncertain times. From the rise of identity politics to the personalization of debates, our resilience is being tested like never before. Dan shares his journey of overcoming injuries sustained in an explosion, which sparked his fascination with irrational behaviors and decision-making. Through his research, he seeks to understand how we can make better choices and change patterns that often lead us astray. What We Cover:Resilience Beyond Overcoming: Resilience isn"t just about bouncing back from adversity; it"s about walking through life with the confidence that even if something goes wrong, someone or something will catch us. This sense of security allows us to take risks and face challenges head-on.Intellectual Humility: Embracing intellectual humility involves acknowledging the limits of our knowledge and being open to questioning assumptions. By adopting this mindset, we can continuously learn and adapt, even in the face of uncertainty.The Importance of Connection: In a world filled with isolation and divisionAnd so much more... Learn more about Dan at https://danariely.com/ Learn More About Greg Witz and betterHUMAN: Greg’s sole mission in life is to challenge all of us to be better. MAKING HUMANS BETTER HUMANS has been at the foundation of Witz Education for over 30 years. As an entrepreneur, thought leader, author, mentor, and father, Greg creatively blends psychology and communication skills with street smarts and a no-BS approach. From startups to the White House, bringing entrepreneurs and business leaders to the top of their game is Greg’s passion. His rich understanding of organizational and human development coupled with his own corporate experience allows Greg to effectively and energetically design and deliver tailor-made programs that have transformed thousands of Witz clients" careers and personal lives. Learn more about what Witz Education can do for you at witzeducation.com