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Behavioral Economics · 7 min

Irrationality's Edge: The Hidden Logic of Human Behavior

By Dan Ariely

Beyond the pursuit of perfect rationality, this episode explores how our predictable irrationalities, far from being flaws, are powerful patterns that that, when understood, can be leveraged for profound personal growth and smarter decisions.

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Behavioral Economics
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“Beyond the pursuit of perfect rationality, this episode explores how our predictable irrationalities, far from being flaws, are powerful patterns that that, when understood, can be leveraged for profound personal growth and smarter decisions.”

— Dan Ariely, Irrationality's Edge: The Hidden Logic of Human Behavior

What it is about

irrationality, behavior, motivation

Who it is for

This book is for anyone seeking to understand the deeper forces behind human choices, gaining a sharper lens to interpret their own behavior and the motivations of others, leading to more effective decisions and a richer understanding of the world.

The author

Dan Ariely, a pioneering behavioral economist, reveals the counter-intuitive forces shaping our choices, drawing on decades of groundbreaking research to illuminate the hidden logic within human irrationality.

About the author

Dan Ariely

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