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Psychology · 20 min

The Upside of Irrationality

By Dan Ariely

We often view irrationality as a flaw, but what if our predictable deviations from logic hold surprising advantages? This episode explores how understanding our inherent human quirks can lead to more fulfilling lives and deeper connections, rather than just avoiding mistakes.

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Psychology
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“We often view irrationality as a flaw, but what if our predictable deviations from logic hold surprising advantages? This episode explores how understanding our inherent human quirks can lead to more fulfilling lives and deeper connections, rather than just avoiding mistakes.”

— Dan Ariely, The Upside of Irrationality

What it is about

behavioral economics, irrationality, human psychology

Who it is for

Best suited to listeners who want a clearer working understanding of behavioral economics, irrationality, human psychology and better judgment in how they apply it.

The author

Dan Ariely brings a credible and useful lens to behavioral economics, irrationality, human psychology, with enough subject command to make the book worth hearing.

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Dan Ariely

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