Self-serving bias refers to the tendency for individuals to attribute their successes to internal factors such as abilities or effort while attributing their failures to external factors such as luck or circumstance. This bias can lead to an overestimation of one’s abilities and potential, and a lack of motivation to improve upon areas of weakness.
Survivorship bias refers to the tendency to focus on the individuals or entities that have succeeded while overlooking those that have failed. This bias can lead to an overestimation of the likelihood of success, as the failures are not taken into account. It can also lead to an underestimation of the challenges and risks that
The Egg Theory is a concept that suggests that the universe is a simulation or a virtual reality and that the reality we experience is not the “real” reality. The theory is often associated with the idea that the universe is an egg, with the shell of the egg representing the boundaries of the simulation.
Adler’s philosophy places a strong emphasis on the concept of “social interest,” which is the idea that true happiness is found in serving others, rather than in seeking personal gain. According to Adler, individuals who have a strong sense of social interest, or a concern for the well-being of others, are more likely to achieve
Adler’s philosophy presents the idea that individuals often form false self-images based on the opinions and expectations of others, and that this can lead to feelings of insecurity and unhappiness. According to Adler, these false self-images can prevent individuals from living authentic and fulfilling lives. He encourages individuals to break free from these false self-images
The main idea presented in Adler’s philosophy is the empowerment of individuals to take control of their own lives and happiness, rather than relying on validation and acceptance from others. Adler stresses the significance of creating a sense of self and personal accountability. He argues that often people create false images of themselves based on
Individual psychology, also known as Adlerian psychology, is a theory established by Austrian psychiatrist Alfred Adler that focuses on the unique style of life of an individual and how it relates to feelings of inferiority and superiority. Adler argues that an individual’s style of life is established by early childhood experiences and the goals set
“The Basic Laws of Human Stupidity” is a set of laws or principles that are sometimes attributed to economist and sociologist Carlo M. Cipolla. Cipolla’s laws are not a formal scientific theory, but rather a humorous set of observations about human behavior. The laws are as follows: Always and inevitably everyone underestimates the number of
The veil of ignorance is a concept in moral and political philosophy that refers to the idea of making decisions about the allocation of goods or resources without knowing one’s own position in society. The idea is that when making decisions about how to distribute resources or allocate benefits and burdens, decision-makers should be ignorant
The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy is a beloved science fiction comedy series, written by Douglas Adams and first published in 1979. The series follows the adventures of the hapless human Arthur Dent and his alien friend Ford Prefect, as they travel through space and encounter a variety of strange and wonderful beings. While the
