Heuristics Episodes

In this episode of The Light Inside, we dive into the profound influence of belief systems on our self-concept, relationships, and perception of the world. Our beliefs shape our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, creating a framework through which we interpret our experiences and interactions. We explore how subconscious and unconscious patterns impact our belief systems and logical reasoning, introducing the concept of semantic analysis as a dialectic thinking model. This model encourages criti...

In this podcast, host Jeffrey Besecker delves into the nature of subconscious scripts and how they shape our beliefs and behaviors. He explores the idea that our stories and experiences define us, often leading us to blindly follow their lead. He questions the existence of the self and examines the role of conscious and subconscious influences in our lives. The podcast discusses the impact of subconscious scripts on our decision-making and actions. It highlights how these scripts, formed during...

In this episode, Jeffrey Besecker and Kathy Hadizadeh delve into the concept of action bias, heuristics, and their effect on decision-making. They discuss the importance of ego development, moving away from binary thinking, and the value of "pause to rise." They also explore the role of unitive ego development in personal growth, how values and psychological constructs influence decisions, and share personal experiences with bias. The episode concludes with a focus on the importance of self-r...

We all have our preferences.Everything from the clothes we wear, to the car we drive, and even our favorite flavor of ice cream. And typical of us, we each feel our preference to be the best option, not only for ourselves but for others as we. In reality, our core beliefs shape the way we view the world in many ways. This week, we also talk with neuroscientist, Dr. Mark Williams about how our beliefs shape our reality - and how we can use this knowledge to live a more fulfilling and harmonious ...