“Dissonance theory also exploded the self-flattering idea that we humans, being Homo sapiens, process information logically. On the contrary: If the new… — Carol Tavris, Elliot Aronson Dissonance Copy Share Image
“Elliot predicted that if people go through a great deal of pain, discomfort, effort, or embarrassment to get something, they will be… — Carol Tavris, Elliot Aronson Deal Pain Copy Share Image
“Children learn to justify their aggressive actions early: They hit a younger sibling, who starts to cry, and immediately claim, "But he… — Carol Tavris, Elliot Aronson Children Copy Share Image
“If you want advice on what product to buy, ask someone who is still gathering information and is still open-minded. And if… — Carol Tavris, Elliot Aronson Advice Copy Share Image
“Their thinking challenged many notions that were gospel in psychology and among the general public, such as the behaviorist's view that people… — Carol Tavris, Elliot Aronson Christianity Copy Share Image
