cognitive bias
Cognitive Bias
A mental shortcut that can push our thinking in a predictable but sometimes misleading direction.
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Cognitive bias is a consistent pattern in thinking that can pull judgment away from a balanced view. These biases are not signs of stupidity. They are part of how the brain tries to make quick sense of a complicated world. But because they simplify reality, they can also lead us to overestimate threats, trust first impressions too much, or notice only the evidence that fits what we already believe.
💡 Real-Life Example
After hearing about a plane crash on the news, someone suddenly feels flying is far more dangerous than driving, even if the statistics say otherwise.
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