Introduction Have you ever caught a whiff of something seemingly ordinary – perhaps the scent of freshly baked bread, a specific perfume, or even the musty aroma of an old book – and been instantly transported back in time? A flood of memories washes over you, vivid and detailed, pulling you back to a specific … Read more
The Human Mind and the Illusion of the “Hot Hand” The Essence of the Cognitive Bias The roar of the crowd, the thrill of the game, the seemingly unstoppable surge of a player… it’s a familiar narrative, isn’t it? A basketball player sinks shot after shot, a poker player wins hand after hand, an investor … Read more
Introduction Imagine you are standing at a crossroads. The path you choose will, supposedly, determine your fate. You are given a single, crucial question, one that demands absolute honesty. There’s a looming threat, a palpable consequence attached to giving the wrong answer. It’s a high-stakes situation that tests the limits of our ability to think … Read more
