08 Aug 2022
50m

You 2.0: How To See Yourself Clearly

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Hidden Brain

This podcast episode explores the concept of self-knowledge and the obstacles to achieving it. It highlights the mismatch between self-perception and reality, and how other people may have a better understanding of our true selves. The episode also discusses the limitations of introspection and affective forecasting, and the power of surrogation in predicting our own emotions. It concludes with a discussion on the complexities of social feedback and the impact it can have on individuals. Overall, the episode emphasizes the importance of understanding ourselves and the role that others play in helping us gain self-knowledge.

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