Steve Franks The surprising reason people change their mindsverified_publisher BBC Future - Claudia HammondWherever you look at the moment, we seem divided – Brexiteer or Remainer, pro-President Trump or against. And no matter how much we argue, none of us appear to change our minds. Whether at the dinner or...
Steve FranksTED Talks Why incompetent people often think they’re actually the bestverified_publisher Vox - German LopezMaybe you’ve experienced this at school or work before: Dealing with someone who thinks he’s much better at his job than he really is. This can not only be really annoying, but it can lead to disaster...
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Steve Franks Why So Many Smart People Aren’t Happyverified_publisher The Atlantic - Joe PinskerIt’s a paradox: Shouldn’t the most accomplished be well equipped to make choices that maximize life satisfaction? There are three things, once one’s basic needs are satisfied, that academic literature...
Steve Franks People Want Power Because They Want Autonomyverified_publisher The Atlantic - Julie BeckNew research suggests being in charge is appealing because it offers freedom—not because it allows people to control others. Power is a force that needs an object: To have power, a person has to have over...
