Season 1 · Episode 17
Cognitive Dissonance: Discomfort from holding conflicting beliefs, leading to rationalization
Mental Minute · Hassen, Zsolt, & NotebookLM
December 11, 20249m 31s
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Show Notes
In this episode, we unpack Cognitive Dissonance, the mental discomfort caused by conflicting beliefs or actions. Learn how this psychological tension drives rationalizations, impacts decision-making, and shapes behavior—plus practical strategies to identify and manage it for greater self-awareness and personal growth.