Recent research has revealed that gut feeling (intuition) is something we should not undervalue or even dismiss (Prof. Gerd Gigerenzer, Berlin). Our brain has regions that are not capable of “speaking” and yet these regions produce in us a feeling of whether something is right or wrong, especially when it comes to complex matters. Logical thinking can take us only so far. It is based on what is known. It works with memory and combination. Therefore logical thinking has its limitations and is often not enough or not the right path to come to the right decision.

But what if you do go with your intuition in a meeting aimed at making important decisions ? You won’t be able to explain much and yet your intuition is strong. Clearly, given what is known today about the human brain, it would be wrong to be dismissive of intuition. So, maybe the first step is to raise awareness of current research into the subject of intuition.

In light of the above, perhaps we can give less attention to the ever so popular lists of “pros and cons” and let other decision making options play a part – if not the better part of good decision making.

According to tests cited by Prof. Manfred Spitzer of Univ. Ulm/Germany, the Smartphone on your table (while not in use) reduces your mental performance. This is so, because you need a good deal of mental strength to resist checking for new messages. Evidently true and proven. This effect can be measured in IQ points reduction.

So, it is best to keep your phone far away.

It is hard to believe, but true:

“This is an example of a practice question on values:

Which of these statements best demonstrates Australian values about freedom of expression?

a) everyone can peacefully express their opinions within the law

b) people with different views from me need to keep quiet

c) only approved topics can be discussed.

There are significant reasons to doubt the usefulness of these questions as part of the criteria for citizenship.”

https://theconversation.com/the-new-australian-citizenship-test-can-you-really-test-values-via-multiple-choice-146574

An extraordinarily good BBC4 radio program:

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