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The Illusion of Control | John Austin
What if uncertainty isn’t a flaw in life…
but one of its fundamental features?
In this episode of Thought Atlas, Blessed sits down with John Austin for a deep conversation about uncertainty, control, human perception, decision-making, and how people navigate futures they cannot fully predict.
Drawing from years of research, leadership, education, and consulting, John explores why humans are so uncomfortable with uncertainty — and why our attempts to eliminate it may actually create more fear, anxiety, and rigidity.
Together, they explore:
• the psychology of uncertainty
• why humans crave…
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