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For some people, everyday sights and sounds quietly hijack decision-making—and refuse to let go. People naturally learn to connect what they see and hear with what happens next. Over time, visual and sound cues in the environment can signal whether a choice is likely to lead to a good or bad outcome...
No matter where we live, most of us look inward first when making big decisions. A large international study spanning 12 countries has found that when people face complicated choices, they are more likely to rely on their own thinking than to ask others for advice. The research was led by scientists...