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Ten Cognitive Biases
Zeigarnik Effect
We remember unfinished tasks better than completed ones.
Baader-Meinhof
Once you notice something new, you start seeing it everywhere.
Dunning-Kruger
Low ability individuals overestimate their competence.
Confirmation Bias
We favor information that confirms our beliefs.
Bystander Effect
The more people around, the less likely anyone helps.
Placebo Effect
Belief in a treatment can improve symptoms, even if fake.
I'm Let Down
Example: "I’m let down by how the event was organized."
This is Disheartening
Example: "This is disheartening—I expected much better."
I'm Sad About It
Example: "I’m sad about it—it’s not what I hoped for."
That's a Bummer
Example: "That’s a bummer—I was really looking forward to it."
I'm Heartbroken
Example: "I’m heartbroken over how things turned out."
That's Disappointing
Example: "That’s dis
Updated 27 Nov 2024
What a Relief!
Example: "What a relief! I thought I’d lost my wallet."
I'm So Relieved
Example: "I’m so relieved to hear that you’re okay."
That's a Weight Off My Shoulders
Example: "That’s a weight off my shoulders—I was so worried."
Thank Goodness!
Example: "Thank goodness the storm passed without any damage."
I Feel So Much Better
Example: "I feel so much better knowing you’re safe."
That's a Load Off My Mind
Updated 26 Nov 2024
I'm Puzzled
Example: "I’m puzzled by the directions on this map."
I Don't Get It
Example: "I don’t get it—how does this work?"
I'm Perplexed
Example: "I’m perplexed about what they’re asking."
I'm Baffled
Example: "I’m baffled by this riddle—it makes no sense."
I'm Scratching My Head
Example: "I’m scratching my head about this math problem."
I'm Mystified
Example: "I’m mystified by the way this machine works
Updated 25 Nov 2024
I'm Speechless
Example: "I’m speechless—you really did all that by yourself?"
I'm in Shock
Example: "I’m in shock—I didn’t see that coming."
I Can't Believe It
Example: "I can’t believe it—this is unbelievable news!"
I'm Flabbergasted
Example: "I’m flabbergasted by the unexpected results."
I'm Stunned
Example: "I’m stunned at how quickly you solved it."
I'm Blown Away
Example: "I’m blown away by the incredib
Updated 24 Nov 2024
