Delusions, are they healthy? Is it normal to actively believe in a reality that is not accurate? Does simply changing how you view the world alter your success? These are just some of the questions I discuss with Dr. Stuart Vyse, author of “The Uses of Delusion“. It turns out that delusions are a normal part of everyday life. Do you have a lucky charm? That is in irrational belief that an object can control events around you. What about confidence? That is a good thing right? Absolutely! If you are confident enough, people will believe you despite the fact that you know nothing about a subject. This can obviously be dangerous under the right circumstances, but deluding yourself that you are more knowledgeable than you are has a bunch of real world effects. We also discuss Donkey Kong, Ouija Boards, and why Dr. Vyse can’t stand the beach.
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