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The tendency to overestimate positive outcomes and underestimate risks. The reason startup founders exist.
Leads to inadequate preparation, poor risk assessment, and the occasional pleasant surprise when reality exceeds expectations.
Optimism bias is actually linked to better mental health, but worse financial planning. Choose your trade-offs wisely.
"Breaking news: Local human discovers they're not as rational as they thought. Water is wet."