Melina Palmer Png

Hindsight Bias: Why Hindsight is Definitely NOT 20/20

Melina Palmer

Today’s episode is all about hindsight bias. You have probably heard the phrase “Hindsight is 20/20” and maybe even said it yourself on occasion. Well, I hate to burst your bubble, but this simply isn’t true. 

We humans have a hindsight bias that makes us believe we knew something “all along” when reflecting back on an incident, and this can cause all sorts of problems when making future decisions. I will cover this throughout today’s episode as well as tips for how to combat hindsight bias so it has less of an impact on you.

Recommended Reading

Recommended Listening

Gina Bianchini

Purpose: Design a Community and Change Your Life

Gina Bianchini

Go to Ep. 263
Amy Bucher

Designing for Behavior Change

Amy Bucher

Go to Ep. 520
Richard thaler

The Winner’s Curse

Richard Thaler and Alex Imas

Go to Ep. 543
Eden Brownell

Revolutionizing Healthcare

Eden Brownell

Go to Ep. 317