Alright, so today I decided to dive into the world of psychology. It’s something I’ve always been curious about, you know, how people’s minds work and all that.
Getting Started
First, I started by just browsing around online. I looked at some general websites about psychology, just to get a feel for the different areas and topics. It’s a huge field, with everything from clinical psychology to social psychology to cognitive stuff. Honestly, it was a bit overwhelming at first!
Narrowing it Down
I realized I needed to focus on something specific, or I’d get lost in all the information. So, I decided to focus on “cognitive biases.” It’s basically about the shortcuts our brains take, which can sometimes lead to faulty thinking. Sounded interesting, right?
Digging Deeper
- I found a few articles explaining different cognitive biases, like confirmation bias (where you only pay attention to info that confirms what you already believe) and the availability heuristic (where you overestimate the likelihood of things you can easily remember).
- Then I watched some videos on YouTube. There are tons of channels that explain psychology concepts in a really easy-to-understand way. Much better than reading a textbook!
- I am trying to pay attention to some example about cognitive.
Making it Real
The most helpful thing I did was try to connect these biases to my own life. I started thinking about times I might have fallen for them. Like, have I ever ignored evidence that contradicts my opinions? (Probably, yes). Have I ever made a decision based on a vivid memory, rather than actual data? (Definitely, yes). I tried to find examples.
Next step
It’s really eye-opening to see how these biases can affect our everyday thinking. It’s not about being “stupid” or anything, it’s just how our brains are wired. It make me think what i gonna learn next.
I have decided to learn some basic skills, like active listening or some else.
I will keep exploring the psychology!
