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Psychology Quote by Chris Voss

“Kahneman later codified his research in the 2011 bestseller Thinking, Fast and Slow.3 Man, he wrote, has two systems of thought: System 1, our animal mind, is fast, instinctive, and emotional; System 2 is slow, deliberative, and logical. And System 1 is far more influential. In fact, it guides and…” quote by Chris Voss
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““Kahneman later codified his research in the 2011 bestseller Thinking, Fast and Slow.3 Man, he wrote, has two systems of thought: System 1, our animal mind, is fast, instinctive, and emotional; System 2 is slow, deliberative, and logical. And System 1 is far more influential. In fact, it guides and steers our rational thoughts.””

Chris Voss

About This Quote

Source Book: Thinking, Fast and Slow by Daniel Kahneman, 2011

Human thought operates via two systems: a fast, intuitive one that dominates, and a slower, logical one that can correct it but is less used.

In simple terms: Two thinking modes: quick intuition vs. deliberate logic.

Key Takeaway

Engage your slower system for important decisions.

Themes

cognition decision making bias intuition

Mood

reflective cautious

Type

philosophical educational

When to use this quote

  • financial investing
  • legal negotiations
  • personal choices
  • risk assessment

Key Concepts

dual-process theory system 1 dominance deliberative reasoning

Questions to Reflect On

  • When did you trust gut over analysis?
  • How can you train your slower system?
A Different Perspective

Relying solely on intuition can lead to systematic errors.

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