Video: You Are Not So Smart

post by XiXiDu · 2011-09-08T09:43:51.104Z · LW · GW · Legacy · 5 comments

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  Thinking about thinking is the key.
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This is the first of two trailers for the book 'You Are Not So Smart', by David McRaney.

You will know why I posted it when you watch it, very relevant.

Thinking about thinking is the key.

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comment by DanielLC · 2011-09-08T21:52:09.283Z · LW(p) · GW(p)

It seems to be saying that we need to trick our future selves, but doesn't give any tips.

comment by r_claypool · 2011-09-08T14:41:55.784Z · LW(p) · GW(p)

404: Page Not Found / This video has been removed by the user.

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↑ comment by XiXiDu · 2011-09-08T15:39:47.009Z · LW(p) · GW(p)

It finally paid off that I save all videos I watch. Download here (play with VLC player).

ETA: The YouTube video is back and embedded in the original post.

comment by Alexei · 2011-09-09T01:08:46.612Z · LW(p) · GW(p)

Eh, I always dislike watching (or for that matter reading) short summaries like this, because I keep wanting to say, "Well, no not quiet..." or "It's not as simple as that..." and "But then what should you do...". I guess this isn't a bad way to may be get someone interested in the topic, but you have to be clear that "this isn't all there is, you need to go find more information yourself".

comment by Dorikka · 2011-09-08T14:59:52.569Z · LW(p) · GW(p)

The book and website look interesting from a glance. I googled the video, and it appears that it has been taken down on the book's home site as well.