Mind in Plain Sight: Why We Do the Things We Do

Mind in Plain Sight: Why We Do the Things We Do

A deep dive into the fascinating psychology behind our everyday behaviors and decisions. Through expert insights and compelling research, this series explores how our minds shape our actions, beliefs, and social interactions in ways we rarely notice. Each episode uncovers the hidden psychological mechanisms driving seemingly ordinary aspects of human behavior.

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April 24, 2025 12 mins
The finale explores the unconscious factors that shape our daily decisions, from what we eat to who we trust. Through cutting-edge neuroscience research, we examine how priming, anchoring, and availability heuristics influence our choices without our awareness. The episode reveals surprising findings about decision fatigue and its impact on willpower, while also exploring how environmental design and social proof shape our behavior...
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This episode examines the sophisticated psychological tactics used by cults to recruit and maintain control over intelligent, educated individuals. We analyze the step-by-step process of thought reform, including love bombing, isolation, and cognitive dissonance manipulation. The episode explores how cults exploit fundamental human needs for belonging and meaning, while examining the role of cognitive biases in maintaining belief s...
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Explore the startling malleability of human memory and how easily our recollections can be distorted or fabricated. Through examination of landmark studies and real-world cases, we uncover how suggestion, time, and emotion reshape our memories. The episode reveals the mechanism behind memory reconsolidation, explaining why eyewitness testimony can be unreliable and how therapeutic techniques can inadvertently create false memories....
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This episode delves into the complex psychology of procrastination, examining why we delay important tasks despite knowing better. We explore the role of emotion regulation in procrastination, revealing how anxiety and fear of failure drive our avoidance behaviors. The episode also investigates the temporal self-disconnect theory, where we treat our future selves as strangers, and concludes with evidence-based strategies for breaki...
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