🎙️ In this episode of Ask Bhavana, we sit down with Dan Ariely—one of the world’s most influential behavioral economists and bestselling author of Predictably Irrational. In this exclusive conversation, Ariely delves into the psychology behind why we make irrational choices, how behavioral economics shapes our daily decisions, and the hidden forces influencing our mental health, workplaces, and personal well-being.

🔹 What you’ll learn in this episode:✅ The psychology of irrational decision-making and how to counter it✅ Insights from Daniel Kahneman & the evolution of behavioral science✅ The paradox of safety innovations vs. addictive technology✅ How workplaces impact our mental health and resilience✅ The danger of misinformation and how it distorts our beliefs✅ Surprising behavioral experiments on money, the placebo effect, and relationships

🌟 About Dan ArielyDan Ariely is a world-renowned behavioral economist, TED speaker, and professor, known for transforming our understanding of human behavior. His books—including Predictably Irrational, The Honest Truth About Dishonesty, and Misbelief—have influenced economic policies, business strategies, and personal decision-making worldwide.

📖 Books Mentioned:📌 Predictably Irrational – Dan Ariely📌 Misbelief – Dan Ariely

🚀 Want to learn directly from Dan Ariely? Explore his courses:🎓 Friction & Fuel: Behavioral Design Course – Register here🎓 Irrational Labs – Learn more

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