A very simple explanation of risk — likelihood and consequences — and how to use a risk matrix. https://youtu.be/-E-jfcoR2W0 Please share your thoughts regarding how assessing risk using a risk matrix might apply to various aspects of canyoneering and other outdoor adventures.
The Dunning-Kruger effect is a cognitive bias in which people overestimate their knowledge or ability in a specific area. This tends to occur because a lack of self-awareness prevents them from accurately assessing their own skills. https://youtu.be/4FGnb2lgPBA Please share your comments below. Does anything about the Dunning-Kruger Effect seem familiar? A friend invited you to…
Video: It Depends Memorizing a few rules might serve you well when you are just getting started, but ultimately you will encounter situations where the ability to discern when one technique or system is appropriate and when it is not will be critical. In this episode, Rich explains the importance of understanding the reasons behind…
The 6 Heuristic Traps Heuristics are a fundamental part of how humans make decisions and judgements. They are intuitive mental shortcuts used to solve a particular problem. Using trial-and-error and rule-of-thumb are examples. Heuristics are helpful because they allow us to quickly make sense of a complex environment, but there are times when using them…
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