RT Nick Szabo (@NickSzabo4)Once reality gets observed and filtered, by you or me or anybody, it is no longer reality, it is a mere snapshot or summary.If one's filters are heavily biased either towards whitepills (hubris, euphoria, or eutopia, to use the classical terms) or blackpills (cynicism, fatalism, nihilism, dystopia), the results lie particularly far both from reality and from the ability to take action to correct observed problems. Fatalism in particular -- making repeated negative observations wit ...

[Música] Pues estoy muy contenta de estar aquí. Yo soy Alex de la Mora y inicié mi carrera profesional como actriz porque yo quería hacer sentir a las personas. Me parecía importantísimo tocar corazones de los demás.Así que por muchos años me dediqué a actuar y después de divertirme mucho, de hacer mil veces el mismo personaje, de crear una comunidad de colegas a los que quiero mucho, me cuestioné si realmente mi trabajo estaba haciendo sentir a los demás. De pronto me empezó a parecer más interesante la id ...

Perception and Reality - Human experience is largely illusory, with perception rarely perfectly matching physical reality [1] - Illusions are not necessarily errors but may aid in processing complex sensory information [1] - The brain constructs experiences from small snapshots of reality, filling in gaps and imposing order [1][2] Visual Illusions - Visual illusions demonstrate how context and contrast influence perception of brightness, color, and shape [1] - The visual system is the most complex sensory system and has the most illusions [1] - Even with knowledge of the true reality, visual illusions can persist due to hardwiring in the brain [1] Cognitive Illusions and Decision Making - Cognitive illusions affect thinking, decision-making, and memory [1] - People often rationalize choices post-hoc, even when those choices were manipulated, demonstrating a disconnect between action and perceived reason [2] - Individuals may interpret their own behavior from a third-person perspective, guessing the reasons for their actions [2] Adaptive Nature of Illusions - Illusions can be beneficial, aiding in quicker and more effective reactions to the environment [2] - Idealization in romantic relationships and unrealistic optimism in mental health are examples of helpful illusions [2] - Illusions influence estimations of distance and perception of others' strength, demonstrating adaptive evolutionary advantages [2][3]

Self-Reflection and Identity - The speaker identifies with the "IDK (I Don't Know)" club, representing individuals unsure of their life's direction [1] - The speaker expresses a desire to transition from the "IDK" club to the "I Know" club, seeking clarity and purpose [1] - The speaker reflects on the shift from limitless possibilities in youth to perceived limitations in adulthood [2] - The speaker acknowledges the privilege of pursuing dreams, contrasting it with the survival mode existence of many [3] Internet and Modern Life - The speaker notes the rapid pace of internet trends and the feeling of being overwhelmed by information [1] - The speaker humorously self-diagnoses with "Internet Nervous System (INS)," highlighting the anxiety induced by constant online exposure [1] Motivation and Action - The speaker emphasizes the importance of seizing the present moment and acting on one's potential [3] - The speaker urges the audience to stop procrastinating and pursue their dreams, recognizing the diminishing privilege of choice [3]

General Observation - Achieving goals is often more complex than initially perceived [1] - Success requires adapting to and navigating challenges [1]

Imagination & Reality - Imagination is a currency that exchanges value between thought and reality, enabling actualization through process [3] - What one envisions becomes their reality, and what one speaks becomes their identity [3][5][8][10] Nature's Influence - Relationship with nature fosters deeper and more imaginative thinking, aiding emotional regulation and creativity [4][5] - Exploration of nature allows for imagination and creation [5] Power of Words - The power of life and death lies in the tongue, emphasizing the impact of spoken words on shaping reality [8] - Speaking what one wants to see and declaring what one wants to be are crucial [10] Personal Experience - The speaker's personal experiences, such as dreaming of singing for God and envisioning New York City, demonstrate the power of imagination and words in achieving goals [6][7][9] - The speaker fulfilled a childhood dream of speaking on the TED X stage 12 years after initially envisioning it [9][10]

Cognitive Biases & Perception - Perception acts as a lens through which we view reality, influencing choices, relationships, and overall reality [3][4] - The halo effect, a cognitive bias, causes initial impressions in one area to influence overall perception of someone [7] - Stereotypes, mental shortcuts based on race, gender, or background, lead to often inaccurate judgments [11][12] - Confirmation bias shapes interpretation of news, media, and experiences, reinforcing existing beliefs [26] Decision Making - Priming, where seeing or hearing something influences response, affects decision-making [15] - The mind uses two systems: System One (fast, intuitive) and System Two (analytical, problem-solving), with reliance on System One due to efficiency [16][17] - Heuristics, cognitive rules of thumb, can lead to systematic judgment errors, such as the availability heuristic and anchoring heuristic [17][18][19] Overcoming Biases - Questioning initial assumptions and giving people a second impression can help overcome biases [12][13] - Actively seeking new perspectives and questioning assumptions can help challenge confirmation bias [27] - Slowing down, questioning impressions and decisions, and seeking the entire picture are crucial for real understanding [29][30][31]