Thinking In Bets: The Buddy System

It is important to have a go-to group of people with a common interest in betting.

The characteristics of a good group to practice truth-seeking with are:

A focus on accuracy (over confirmation), which includes rewarding truth-seeking, objectivity, and open-mindedness within the group

Accountability for which members have advance notice

Openness to a variety of ideas

Once we are a part of a group that regularly reinforces exploratory thought, the routine becomes reflexive, running on its own.

Sign Up for NextBigWhat Newsletter

Curated. Summarized. Important News. For free.

You May Also Like

Aspasia opened a salon

Aspasia opened a salon where great thinkers of the day gathered to discuss philosophy and current events. Socrates later credited her as one of his teachers.  She cultivated a life…
View Post

Better results

To achieve better teaming or learning results, experiment with the following individual tactics: Tell yourself that the project presents an exciting opportunity; see yourself as critical to a successful outcome;…
View Post