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Dr. Michael Platt

02/17/25

@ Andrew Huberman

The way we make decisions is influenced by our social context, including the presence of others and their behaviors, which can lead to herd mentality and poor choices in situations like stock markets.

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How to Make Better Decisions | Dr. Michael Platt

@ Andrew Huberman

How to Make Better Decisions | Dr. Michael Platt

02/17/25

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