to upgrade
Ideas from books, articles & podcasts.
Superstitious individuals believe in fate as a way to resolve uncertainty and gain some sense of control. They look for a connection between co-occurring, non-related events, such as the idea that charms promote good luck.
The superstitious individuals' beliefs and experiences drive superstitions, explaining why they are irrational.
STASHED IN:
94
created an idea from a article:
MORE IDEAS FROM THE SAME ARTICLE
80% of professional athletes admit to engaging with at least one superstitious behaviour before a performance. Superstitions are known to reduce tension and give a sense of control over chance factors.
Superstitions can provide reassurance and help to reduce anxiety. The actions associated with superstitions can also develop into a habit and failure to perform the ritual can cause anxiety.
2 Reactions
Comment
created 4 ideas
React
Comment
1.95K reads
created 10 ideas
A questionnaire to measure authoritarianism, first published by the German philosopher, sociologist, and psychologist Theodor W(iesengrund) Adorno (1903–69) and several colleagues in the book “The Authoritarian Personality” (1950).
4
3
2.22K reads
❤️ Brainstash Inc.