Kevin Simler and Robin Hanson
What’s inside
The Elephant in the Brain explores the hidden motives behind our behaviors and social interactions, revealing the unconscious instincts that drive human actions.
You’ll Learn
- Insight into unconscious motives
- Better understanding of social interactions
- Awareness of our own biases and self-deception
- Improved critical thinking about societal norms and policies
Key Points
- The hidden layers of human cognition
- Self-deception and its role in social behavior
- Our brains as press secretaries
- Status as a central human motive
- Competition for social status through conspicuous consumption
- The social and evolutionary roots of our behaviors
- Implications for understanding society and public policy
Who’s it For
- Psychology enthusiasts
- Sociology students
- Behavioral economists
- Anyone interested in human behavior and social dynamics
About the author
Kevin Simler is a writer and technology enthusiast, while Robin Hanson is an economist and researcher with interests in decision theory and artificial intelligence.