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Expanding upon his viral TEDx Talk, psychology professor and social scientist John V. Petrocelli's The LifeChanging Science of Detecting Bullshit reveals the critical thinking habits you can develop to recognize and combat pervasive false information and delusional thinking that has become a common feature of everyday life.'This is the perfect moment for...the psychology of detecting fake news in the world around usand false beliefs about ourselves too.Adam GrantBullshit is the foundation of contaminated thinking and bad decisions that leads to health consequences, financial losses, legal consequences, broken relationships, and wasted time and resources.No matter how smart we believe ourselves to be, were all susceptible to bullshitand we all engage in it. While we may brush it off as harmless marketing sales speak or as humorous, embellished claims, its actually much more dangerous and insidious. Its how Bernie Madoff successfully swindled billions of dollars from even the most experienced financial experts with his Ponzi scheme. Its how the protocols of Mao Zedongs Great Leap Forward resulted in the deaths of 36 million people from starvation. Presented as truths by authority figures and credentialed experts, bullshit appears legitimate, and we accept their words as gospel. If we dont question the information we receive from bullshit artists to prove their thoughts and theories, we allow these falsehoods to take root in our memories and beliefs. This faulty data affects our decision making capabilities, sometimes resulting in regrettable life choices.But with a little dose of skepticism and a commitment to truth seeking, you can build your critical thinking and scientific reasoning skills to evaluate information, separate fact from fiction, and see through bullshitter spin. In The LifeChanging Science of Detecting Bullshit, experimental social psychologist John V. Petrocelli provides invaluable strategies not only to recognize and protect yourself from everyday bullshit, but to accept your own lack of knowledge about subjects and avoid engaging in bullshit just for societal conformity.With real world examples from people versed in bullshit who work in the used car, real estate, wine, and diamond industries, Petrocelli exposes the redflag warning signs found in the anecdotal stories, emotional language, and buzzwords used by bullshitters that persuade our decisions. By using his critical thinking defensive tactics against those motivated by profit, we will also learn how to stop the toxic misinformation spread from the social media influencers, fake news, and opeds that permeate our culture and call out bullshit whenever we see it.
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- Q: What is 'The Life-Changing Science of Detecting Bullshit' about? A: 'The Life-Changing Science of Detecting Bullshit' by John V. Petrocelli explores critical thinking skills to identify and combat misinformation and delusional thinking prevalent in society.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of the book is John V. Petrocelli, a psychology professor and social scientist.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book has a total of 336 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on July 27, 2021.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: 'The Life-Changing Science of Detecting Bullshit' falls under the category of Communication & Social Skills.
- Q: What are the key features of this book? A: The book provides strategies for critical thinking, recognizing misinformation, and understanding how to protect oneself from 'bullshit' in various contexts.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in critical thinking? A: Yes, the book is designed to help readers of all levels develop critical thinking and reasoning skills to navigate misinformation.
- Q: Are there real-world examples included in the book? A: Yes, the author includes real-world examples from various industries to illustrate how misinformation can affect decision-making.
- Q: What can I expect to learn from this book? A: Readers can expect to learn how to identify false information, enhance their critical thinking abilities, and make informed decisions based on factual data.