Goooood Morning, Monday — February 12, 2024
Darwin, Steely Dan, Twain, Cialdini, Costa Rican beach
GOOOOOD MORNING, MONDAY!
Hello readers. Today is Darwin Day, celebrating science and Charles Darwin's contributions to evolutionary biology. Let's take a moment to appreciate scientific progress.
Grab some coffee and enjoy this song:
Only a Fool Would Say That by Steely Dan - The lyrics critique utopian visions that ignore humanity's struggles. The line "only a fool would say that" emphasizes a skeptical view of naive idealism. (YouTube/Spotify)
A relevant quote:
“It is better to keep your mouth closed and let people think you are a fool than to open it and remove all doubt.” - Mark Twain
Learn how to avoid being fooled
I recently read Robert Cialdini's Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion. It outlines six key principles that can unconsciously sway our decisions. Understanding these principles prevents others from using them to unfairly persuade us. I summarized the key takeaways:
Reciprocation
Commitment and Consistency
Social Proof
Liking
Authority
Scarcity
Last week I wrote about reconnecting with my body's wisdom.
Here's a beautiful nature video from a beach in Costa Rica to inspire presence.
Wishing you curiosity and self-knowledge,
Diana
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