The Path Less Traveled

1. The Mere Exposure Effect : Repeated exposure to a stimulus, even a neutral one, can increase our liking for it. This phenomenon can lead to us developing positive feelings towards people we initially found unattractive. 2. The Dunning-Kruger Effect:  Individuals with low ability in a particular domain tend to overestimate their abilities, while those with high ability tend to underestimate their abilities. 3. The Halo Effect: Positive or negative impressions of one aspect of a person can influence our overall perception of them, even in unrelated domains. For example, we may perceive someone as more intelligent if they are physically attractive. 4. The Confirmation Bias: We tend to seek out information that confirms our existing beliefs and ignore or dismiss information that contradicts them. This can lead to biased decision-making and entrenched beliefs. 5. The Backfire Effect: When presented with evidence that contradicts their beliefs, some people may become even more entre...