Hidden Brain

The Influence You Have

<p>Think about the last time you asked someone for something. Maybe you were nervous or worried about what the person would think of you. Chances are that you didn't stop to think about the pressure you were exerting on that person. This week, we revisit a favorite episode about a phenomenon known as "egocentric bias," and look at how this bias can lead us astray. </p>
<p>If you like our work, please consider supporting it! See how you can help at <a href="http://support.hiddenbrain.org/">support.hiddenbrain.org</a>. And to learn more about human behavior and ideas that can improve your life, subscribe to our newsletter at <a href="http://news.hiddenbrain.org/">news.hiddenbrain.org</a>.</p>

Why do I feel stuck? How can I become more creative? What can I do to improve my relationships? If you’ve ever asked yourself these questions, you’re not alone. On Hidden Brain, we help you understand your own mind — and the minds of the people around you. (We're routinely rated the #1 science podcast in the United States.) Hosted by veteran science journalist Shankar Vedantam.