Avoid embarrassing mistakes and fact check yourself with the 6Ps framework

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Imagine the horror of confidently stating something you believed to be true, only to find out you were completely wrong. This happened to me with a humorous twist involving Maglev trains and a non-existent Russian engineer. As someone who prides themselves on accuracy, this incident was a wake-up call. In today's video, I delve into why we sometimes hold onto false truths and share practical strategies to ensure we minimize these embarrassing moments.

📌 In This Video:
The Maglev Mishap: Hear my story about confidently asserting a false fact and the lessons learned.
Understanding False Beliefs: Explore why we sometimes believe things that aren't true.
Reasons for False Beliefs
Categories of False Truths
Six Ps for Fact-Checking: Precision, Progress, Provenance, Proficiency, Pressure, and Public

🔍 Key Concepts:
Memory Tricks and Falsehoods: How our memory can deceive us and the importance of updating our knowledge.
Practical Heuristics: Applying my six rules of thumb to ensure you minimize false beliefs.
Personal Growth: How embracing these heuristics can enhance your thinking and accuracy.

👥 Join the Discussion: How do you know when to fact check yourself? What criteria do you use to verify the truthfulness of your thoughts? Share your thoughts and let’s learn from each other to improve our accuracy and avoid embarrassing mistakes.

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Timestamps:
00:00 – My embarrassing example of being wrong
03:30 – Why are we wrong about things? 6 reasons
08:00 – Two main groups of falsehoods
10:45 – 6Ps framework to know when to fact-check yourself

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