Feeling overwhelmed by the constant barrage of information and celebrity worship? Amanda Montell’s latest book, “The Age of Magical Overthinking”, dives deep into the hidden mental traps affecting us all. Montell explores how cognitive biases like confirmation bias, the halo effect, and proportionality bias shape our irrational behaviors and societal trends. Discover the unsettling rise of dubious mental health influencers, the allure of conspiracy theories, and why nostalgia captivates our minds. Understand how these biases can undermine your mental health and what you can do to navigate today’s complex world more rationally. Get the full summary and find your mental peace.
