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Homo Sapiens are Earth’s APEX species due to intelligence, emotional depth, and adaptability. Our ability stems from a complex nervous system composed of billions of neurons working in a synergistic rhythm as complex as the universe itself. From a scientific perspective the human mind is one of the most perplexing and intriguing questions.
Despite the beauty and complexity of the human mind, it has some flaws that cannot be denied. Welcome to the world of human fallacies. Our complex nervous system may be amazing, but it is also riddled with trapdoors that we cannot avoid falling into. Discoveries around such topics help us understand ourselves and our behaviors.
Join us for a lighthearted journey into the human psyche and explore some of our most common flaws. From cognitive biases to irrational fears, we’ll cover it all. But fear not, we’ll also discuss effective strategies to overcome these troublesome pitfalls and strive towards a more productive and happy life.
This lecture is part of the IHMC Evening Lecture series.
ihmc.us/life/evening_lectures
Homo Sapiens are Earth’s APEX species due to intelligence, emotional depth, and adaptability. Our ability stems from a complex nervous system composed of billions of neurons working in a synergistic rhythm as complex as the universe itself. From a scientific perspective the human mind is one of the most perplexing and intriguing questions.
Despite the beauty and complexity of the human mind, it has some flaws that cannot be denied. Welcome to the world of human fallacies. Our complex nervous system may be amazing, but it is also riddled with trapdoors that we cannot avoid falling into. Discoveries around such topics help us understand ourselves and our behaviors.
Join us for a lighthearted journey into the human psyche and explore some of our most common flaws. From cognitive biases to irrational fears, we’ll cover it all. But fear not, we’ll also discuss effective strategies to overcome these troublesome pitfalls and strive towards a more productive and happy life.
This lecture is part of the IHMC Evening Lecture series.
ihmc.us/life/evening_lectures
