Biases Aren’t All Bad—They Help Us Survive
7️⃣ Biases exist because the brain hates wasting energy. Instead of analyzing every situation from scratch, it takes mental shortcuts. Most of the time, these shortcuts work well—they help us react fast and make quick decisions. But when they fail, they lead to stupid mistakes. Understanding your biases helps you control them, instead of letting them control you.
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