It's very true that (beginning 6:38) admitting a lack of scientific knowledge is seen as a badge of honour by many, while a similar lack of knowledge of "the arts" is shameful. This is changing, but so slowly.
LsBaba 2 months ago in playlist How the Mind Works by Steven Pinker
The Coolidge Effect anecdote is amusing. So true.
Oh my, this is so interesting, but I only agree with his theory on arts for 30%
Sesquiltera 1 year ago
It's very true that (beginning 6:38) admitting a lack of scientific knowledge is seen as a badge of honour by many, while a similar lack of knowledge of "the arts" is shameful. This is changing, but so slowly.
LsBaba 2 months ago in playlist How the Mind Works by Steven Pinker
The Coolidge Effect anecdote is amusing. So true.
LsBaba 2 months ago in playlist How the Mind Works by Steven Pinker
Oh my, this is so interesting, but I only agree with his theory on arts for 30%
Sesquiltera 1 year ago