Monthly Archives: January 2020

This equation will change how you see the world

This equation will change how you see the world January 31, 2020 at 05:34PM

Is rationality overrated? Sometimes, it’s better to be reasonable.

Is rationality overrated? Sometimes, it’s better to be reasonable. “The study starts by distinguishing between two terms: there’s rationality, where you focus on maximizing the chance of getting what you want, and there’s reasonableness, where you strike a balance between what you want and social norms. Although we might sometimes use rational and reasonable interchangeably, […]

The vicious cycle of disrespect and cynicism

The vicious cycle of disrespect and cynicism “Moreover, cynical individuals tended to treat others with disrespect, which in turn predicted more disrespectful treatment by others. In short, experiencing disrespect gives rise to cynicism and cynicism elicits disrespect from others, thereby reinforcing the worldview that caused these negative reactions in the first place.”