Bayes’ Theory vs Cognitive Bias: How Your Mind Lies… and How to Outsmart It

The Vancrux Podcast - Host Jeevan Matharu by Jeevan Matharu

Episode notes

In this episode of The Vancrux Podcast, we explore one of the most important psychological battles you face every day — the war between your cognitive biases and your ability to think clearly using Bayes’ Theory.

We begin with the hidden mechanics of cognitive bias: How your brain filters reality, distorts truth, protects your ego, and creates shortcuts that feel correct… but often aren’t. Then we shift into Bayesian thinking — the disciplined, liberating habit of updating your beliefs as new evidence comes in.

This episode dives deep into:

🔥 Part 1 — Cognitive Bias

  • Why your mind is wired to take mental shortcuts
  • How ego, emotion, and survival shape your perception
  • Why “feeling right” often wins over “being correct”
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Keywords
cognitive biasbayes theory