Understanding Flawed Human Nature - Impact of Stress, Irrational Decisions, and Why people believe in Conspiracy Theories with Dan Ariely, a leading Behavioral Scientist

Dan Ariely is a Professor of Psychology , Behavioral Economics at Duke University, and the Author of multiple best-selling books like Predictably Irrational, Misbelief, The Upside of Irrationality, The Honest truth about Dishonesty, and more. In this episode, we talk about "Why people believe in conspiracy theories", "The Impact of Stress and Emotions", "How are Human Psyches with respect to the Environment", and much more. Interview Breakdown: 1:30 min – Do humans actually make rational decisions? 8:15 min – As per science and research, how can you start making better decisions? 16:00 min – How can we control the urge of consuming sugar or anything sweet? 19:16 min – Do men make more rational decisions compared to women? What does the data say? 21:16 min – How does stress and emotions impact your life and how can you manage it? 28:36 min – How can you start feeling more secure and build relationships that support you? 31:42 min – Should you mix finance with friendships? 37:11 min – How can someone build resilience and thrive in high-stress situations? 39:31 min – Do rich people have better IQs compared to the poor? 44:30 min – Why do people believe in conspiracy theories? 48:55 min – How can you help your loved ones before they fall for conspiracy theories? 54:58 min – Practical method on how to differentiate between facts and false information. 58:01 min – How can you find Dan. Follow us to find daily updates and success hacks on The Growth Mindset Page below: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/silawath_irshad/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheGrowthMindsetwithSilawathIrshad Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/silawathirshad/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/silawathirshad/ Interested in talking to Dan Ariely? You can find him here: https://danariely.com/