Tag: mental aspects
Russia, Oil Prices, and the Ruble
A dropping oil price inevitably causes the ruble to fall.
It’s the truth, but …
How can telling the truth not benefit decision-making? When only a selective truth is told, with many related true facts are ignored. Listeners readily make associations to displayed traits that may not be germane to…
Political Framing Issues
It is up to the free press to put the various perspectives in a rational perspective when the stories themselves are being told.
Culture Origins
Culture is the collection of fossilized behavioral solutions of our cultural ancestors that we have adopted. They support the continuation of society.
Up a Steep Hill
As I rode my bike up the steep hill, I kept focused on the top of the hill
Martian Ethics
Normally, when I read a book, I try to make a few notes to remind myself of my reactions to the contents—otherwise, my reactions seep into my general mindset and I have little recollection where…
Why Concern Over Targeted Ads?
For the sake of elections based on facts, dark advertising must be brought into the light.
Superstitious Behavior and Uncertainty
Coincidental behaviors lead to ad hoc decisions which fill gaps that partial knowledge, logic and understanding leave open.
Law of Selfish Action
A selfish action by one person may be good for that person, but if all people make the same decision - it can be bad for everyone.