#070 John Bargh: Think You’re in Control? Think Again! The Hidden Forces Behind Your Choices

#070 John Bargh: Think You’re in Control? Think Again! The Hidden Forces Behind Your Choices

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In this enlightening episode of the MindHack Podcast, we delve into the fascinating world of the unconscious mind with Dr. John Bargh, a leading expert and professor of psychology at Yale University. Why do we make the decisions we do? What influences our choices beyond our conscious awareness? Dr. Bargh takes us on a journey through the unseen forces that shape our everyday actions and decisions.

From the subtle impacts of environmental cues to the profound effects of our internal instincts, this conversation explores how our gut feelings and unconscious processes guide us more than we might realize. Dr. Bargh shares insights from his groundbreaking research and his acclaimed book, "Before You Know It: The Unconscious Reasons We Do What We Do," providing practical advice on how to harness the power of our subconscious for better decision-making and improved well-being.

About this Guest:
Website: https://psychology.yale.edu/people/john-bargh
ACME Lab Yale: https://acmelab.yale.edu/
Before You Know It: The Unconscious Reasons We Do What We Do: https://amzn.to/4bGCEYR
Other books: https://amzn.to/452QmTg

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00:00 Intro
00:28 About Dr. Bargh
01:44 Understanding the Unconscious Mind
04:42 Split Brain Experiments
09:21 Unconscious Influences on Decision Making
13:14 What influences our mind
25:41 The Role of Emotions and Intuition
33:48 AI and Consciousness: Are we there yet?
40:55 AI Newsletters: Staying Updated
42:13 Utilizing AI for Decision Making, Practical Applications and Personal Projects
49:56 Reverse Meditation: A Personal Practice
54:26 Eight Rules for Unconscious and Intuitive Connection
01:13:22 Where to find Dr. Bargh and Final Thoughts...