Why Bad Ideas Sound Better Than Good Ones

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History has an abundance of cases that point out that "great" ideas in practice have a 99% tendency to fail exponentially. Be it investing in a pyramid scheme, getting hammered on a Sunday night, gambling, playing the lottery, or investing in crypto. In a world of complex problems it’s understandable why people reach for ideas that sound like easy solutions. But why do people keep repeating dumb ideas? In this episode, I discuss why bad ideas sound better than good ones. For more go to: www.scottmlynch.com Episode Resources How Minds Change This episode is brought to you by: Get 15% off OneSkin with the code MOTIVATED Embrace greatness through these empowering offerings: Embrace the boundless power of your mind. Enroll alongside 200+ motivated students in my academy and unlock your true potential. Access two exclusive bonus episodes monthly, ad-free listening, entry to our Members-Only Discord channel, and exclusive discounts on courses and Substack. Unlock actionable insights on how to master your mindset and optimize your happiness through my weekly ⁠newsletter⁠. Maximize your potential and experience life-changing growth by either enrolling in my Private Coaching program or Group Coaching program⁠. Discover your true potential with the support of a passionate Discord community. Access my downloadable and printable exercises to equip yourself with the essential tools for success. Explore how HashDash combines technology and cannabis to support your health journey. With over 637,000 strain data points, HashDash personalizes recommendations to help you find the perfect cannabis for your wellness needs. Follow me on social for more inspiration: Instagram Facebook TikTok Twitter YouTube Want to be featured in a future episode? Leave a review here (even one sentence helps)! Music by: Blaize Trulson Produced by Legacy Divisions. Past guests on The Motivated Mind include Chris Voss, Captain Sandy, Dr. Chris Palmer, Joey Thurman, Jason Harris, Koshin Paley Ellison, Rudy Mawer, Molly Fletcher, Kristen Butler, Hasard Lee, Natasha Graziano, ⁠David Hauser⁠ and Alan Stein, Jr. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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