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#29 Cognitive Dissonance
#29 Cognitive Dissonance
#29 Cognitive Dissonance
Thursday 6th December 2018
Explore cognitive dissonance and its impact on decision-making in addiction recovery with historical examples and psychological insights.
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Episode Overview
- Cognitive dissonance involves justifying choices that conflict with personal beliefs.
- Political events like the Iraq War illustrate cognitive dissonance on a grand scale.
- Understanding biases can aid in aligning actions with intentions during recovery.
- Karma suggests that actions dictate life’s purpose and direction.
- Surrounding oneself with supportive individuals can influence recovery trajectory.
"It's not what people say that matters; it's what they do."
Have you ever found yourself justifying decisions even when you’re not entirely convinced by them? This episode of Crossroads Recovery Centre dives into the concept of cognitive dissonance, exploring how we rationalise choices that might not align with our beliefs. The host draws parallels between this psychological phenomenon and events from the political sphere, like the Iraq War and the infamous hunt for weapons of mass destruction.
The discussion gets lively as the host compares cognitive dissonance to the quirks of doomsday cults and even the peculiarities of Scientology’s beginnings. The episode sheds light on how we often cherry-pick information to suit our narratives, creating a bubble of belief that can be as resilient as it is misleading. Through engaging anecdotes, listeners are prompted to reflect on their biases and how they might be influencing their decisions.
From the classroom to the cockpit, examples abound showing how cognitive dissonance affects decision-making across various scenarios. In a humorous twist, the host muses about Hinduism’s take on karma, pondering how our actions shape our life’s purpose. The conversation then turns towards addiction recovery, highlighting how understanding cognitive dissonance can be pivotal in aligning actions with intentions in a treatment setting.
If you’ve ever wondered why people cling to beliefs despite overwhelming evidence to the contrary, or how these beliefs impact recovery, this episode offers a thought-provoking exploration. Tune in for an engaging mix of historical examples, psychological insights, and recovery wisdom.