
07/24/2025
Ever catch yourself jumping to conclusions, focusing only on the negatives, or sticking to what you already believe—no matter the facts? That’s your brain using shortcuts called cognitive biases.
They’re fast. They’re sneaky. And they affect everything from your mood to your decision-making.
Here are 5 to watch for:
Negativity Bias – You zoom in on the bad and overlook the good.
Confirmation Bias – You only see what supports your beliefs.
Anchoring Bias – First impressions shape everything after.
Availability Bias – What’s easiest to remember feels most true.
Self-Serving Bias – Wins are your doing, losses are someone else’s fault.
🛑 You can’t eliminate these entirely—but you can slow down, get curious, and challenge your own thinking.
Real change starts with self-awareness. Your brain has the power to shift.
Have you ever made a quick judgment, jumped to a wrong conclusion, or even stuck to a belief despite the contrary? Cognitive biases at work!