Why Are We So Afraid of the Unknown

Why Are We So Afraid of the Unknown

Curiosity can propel us forward in the development of our abilities. Many of us fear unfamiliar situations and people, but this curiosity can be the key to courage. On our blog, you will discover how to harness this curiosity to enhance your estimation skills. You will learn how to overcome biases and approach situations with an open mind, leading to new opportunities and improved interpersonal interactions.

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Imagine that you find yourself in a job interview and your future boss seems charismatic but answers questions vaguely. What do you think about him?

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You meet a person who behaves very confidently, but you don't know them. How will you form an opinion?

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Imagine someone is telling you a fascinating story, but something about it doesn’t add up. How do you react?

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A friend recommends someone to collaborate with, but you don't have a good feeling about them. How do you decide?

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In a new situation, the first few seconds often determine how you will behave. What most often influences your decision?

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When someone is speaking and you don't know if you can trust them, what do you notice first?

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If you are in a company and someone suddenly approaches you with an unexpected offer, what do you think?

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You meet someone who is a great speaker, but something in their story is too perfect. How do you behave?

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How often do you feel that you predicted what would happen, but only realize it later?

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If you had to describe how you most often handle new situations, what would best characterize your approach?

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How well do you estimate people and situations?

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