Psychology 101 · Wellness
The Psychology of Discovery: Why New Science Changes How We See Ourselves | Psychology 101
· 29 min 14 sec · Hosted by Daniel Lucas
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Psychology 101 explores the psychology of discovery: what happens within us when new knowledge challenges what we thought we knew. At the biological frontier, discoveries about the human body and mind can reshape our sense of identity, health, and what it means to be human. Why does a new finding excite one person and unsettle another? Why do we sometimes resist evidence that challenges a long held belief? And how do curiosity, fear, and hope influence the way we interpret a breakthrough? In this episode, Daniel Lucas looks at the human response to discovery. From the thrill of asking a new question to the discomfort of changing our minds, we explore why advances in biology can feel deeply personal. Join Psychology 101 for a conversation about how we make sense of new knowledge and how it can change the way we see ourselves and the world.
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