Why do we seek certainty in our lives? Why do we sometimes not want certainty? This post explains how certainty is part of affect, the evaluative common currency of the mind.

Slow decisions cost executives real revenue. Executives estimate a 1-5% revenue gain from faster choices. Steps to map, ...

The most piercing divide between people isn't about politics, wealth, gender or race. The divide is between certainty and uncertainty. It's about how they cope, whether they are led by fear or ...

Jess opened with a quote from The Courage Gap: “The difference between what we do and what we are capable of doing would suffice to solve the problems of the world.” — Mahatma Gandhi The gap between ...

"Uncertainty is an uncomfortable position. But certainty is an absurd one." This quote, often attributed to French philosopher Voltaire, captures the delicate and often paradoxical relationship humans ...

In an age where certainty is weaponized and ambiguity is treated as weakness, defending doubt may be one of the most democratic acts we have left. As a professor of social psychology, I’ve spent two ...

Boards face the challenge of intervening in governance issues amid uncertainty. This article explores the importance of timely decision-making and the need for proactive oversight to prevent crises ...