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Erman Misirlisoy

Chicago
As seen in: Elemental, Forge, Medium, OneZero, The Startup, Thrive Global
Sports stats obsessive, scientist (behavioral/psych/neuro), writer, birdwatcher
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This Is Your Brain on the Internet

This Is Your Brain on the Internet

Medium — Our internet usage has "Googlified" our brain, making us more dependent on knowing where to access facts and less able to remember the facts themselves.
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The Science of Hypocrisy - Member Feature Stories - Medium

The Science of Hypocrisy - Member Feature Stories - Medium

Medium — We all want to act fairly until we are put on the spot and facing our own personal consequences.
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In the Future, We May Not Need to Face Our Fears - Member Feature Stories - Medium

In the Future, We May Not Need to Face Our Fears - Member Feature Stories - Medium

Medium — When phobias are overwhelming enough that they take over our lives, we may be able to defeat them without ever directly facing them.
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When Your Body Is No Longer Yours - Member Feature Stories - Medium

When Your Body Is No Longer Yours - Member Feature Stories - Medium

Medium — Have you ever wondered whether your arm actually belongs to you? I'd bet most people answer with a resounding "no" because who would ask themselves such a question? But believe it or not, body ownership is something people take for granted far too often.
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Facebook Knows You Better than You Know Yourself - Erman Misirlisoy, PhD - Medium

Facebook Knows You Better than You Know Yourself - Erman Misirlisoy, PhD - Medium

Medium — We all have moments of weakness, and those moments are often the most revealing about us. We are less conscious about projecting our best possible selves to the people who love us unconditionally. So our family and friends are likely to have a fuller picture of our personality than a stranger. Well, that’s until Facebook came along.
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The Altruistic Brain - Erman Misirlisoy, PhD - Medium

The Altruistic Brain - Erman Misirlisoy, PhD - Medium

Medium — With our divided politics and fierce news media, it's easy to lose faith in human goodness. Everyone seems to be out to get each other. However, altruism is still a potent force in the world. An altruistic behavior is an action that benefits a recipient but presents some cost or burden to the altruist.
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Curiosity Killed the Human - Member Feature Stories - Medium

Curiosity Killed the Human - Member Feature Stories - Medium

Medium — What do you think is behind that door? This kind of question tickles our curiosity,   and is at the root of many popular horror stories. We pay for our movie ticket expecting to be scared; we know nothing good is waiting in the other room. And yet, we want to see.
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Why Other-Help Beats Self-Help - Erman Misirlisoy, PhD - Medium

Why Other-Help Beats Self-Help - Erman Misirlisoy, PhD - Medium

Medium — In my personal experience, I have previously suspected that there may be something odd and counterintuitive about giving advice. I enjoy getting advice, but the motivational effects often don't last particularly long. A strong quote or message from someone I respect might give me a much-needed push, but the inspiration can fizzle out within a couple of days.
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Follow Your Heart (No, Literally) - Erman Misirlisoy, PhD - Medium

Follow Your Heart (No, Literally) - Erman Misirlisoy, PhD - Medium

Medium — Many common phrases earn a refreshing new perspective when you think about them scientifically. My favorite example is the motivational phrase "think positive". It's a phrase that sounds a little vacuous because we hear it so often, but with the burgeoning science of mindfulness, it is beginning to look more like a fundamental life principle.
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Physical Exercise Boosts Your Brain and Mind - Erman Misirlisoy, PhD - Medium

Physical Exercise Boosts Your Brain and Mind - Erman Misirlisoy, PhD - Medium

Medium — For physical fitness is not only one of the most important keys to a healthy body; it is the basis of dynamic and creative intellectual activity. - John F. Kennedy Our bodies are pretty miraculous when you give them a second thought.
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