The Shine Theory and Why Swifties Are Under the Halo Effect, With Amanda Montell

Amanda Montell is the author of Wordslut: A Feminist Guide to Taking Back the English Language, and her latest book, The Age of Magical Overthinking: Notes on Modern Irrationality. In this episode, Amanda breaks down cognitive biases that impact us all in the modern information age, from the halo effect driving our obsession with celebrities (hi, Taylor Swift), to the sunk cost fallacy that may make us stay in a relationship that we know is not good for us ("a toxic relationship is a cult of one"). Amanda shares what she learned about these psychology principles to offer groundbreaking advice that will improve your mental health, relationships, joy, and self-esteem. Ask The Everygirl: 3:12Interview Begins: 18:15For Detailed Show Notes visit theeverygirlpodcast.comThis episode is brought to you by MoonpigHead to Moonpig.com and use code “EVERYGIRLFREE" at checkout for a free card between April 22nd and May 12th. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.