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vonmallinckrodt.bsky.social
How often do we call it “incredible luck” …

when something merely confirms what we already want to believe …

while ignoring every warning signal? If such blind spots could be calculated, we might build a #mathematicalsonar for detecting the #hiddenhazards in our decisions.

doi.org/10.5281/zeno...
Image description (English): A humorous meme shows a man next to a young blonde woman. The headline reads, "Incredible luck!" The caption says: "First he wins €6.3 million in the lottery ... and only three days later he meets the love of his life!" The irony points to confirmation bias, overlooked warning signals, and our tendency to believe the interpretation we most want to be true. Bildbeschreibung (Deutsch): Ein humoristisches Meme zeigt einen Mann neben einer jungen blonden Frau. Die Überschrift lautet „Unglaubliches Glück!". Darunter steht: „Erst gewinnt er 6,3 Millionen Euro im Lotto ... und nur 3 Tage später trifft er die Liebe seines Lebens!" Die Ironie verweist auf Bestätigungsfehler, übersehene Warnsignale und den Wunsch, eine angenehme Deutung für wahr zu halten. Image description (English): A humorous meme shows a man next to a young blonde woman. The headline reads, "Incredible luck!" The caption says: "First he wins €6.3 million in the lottery ... and only three days later he meets the love of his life!" The irony points to confirmation bias, overlooked warning signals, and our tendency to believe the interpretation we most want to be true.
August 17, 2026 at 8:20 AM
prisonpolicy.org
Data is from the Ella Baker Center's Hidden Hazards report. The Center surveyed 500+ people incarcerated in California state prisons. Learn more:
https://ellabakercenter.org/reports/hiddenhazards/
July 20, 2023 at 6:00 PM
insideair.bsky.social
Let's discuss!
🙋 Have you noticed reactions after cleaning?
🤔 Would you try DIY alternatives if proven effective?
🔍 What's your biggest IAQ concern?
#IndoorAirQuality #HealthyHome 🏡💨 #CleaningScience 🧪🧼 #PublicHealth 🩺 #HiddenHazards ⚠️ #SustainableLiving 🌍
June 4, 2025 at 8:28 AM
thequickreport.bsky.social
Did you know your state might be hiding a secret disaster waiting to happen? 🤫 We're revealing the most shocking natural threats across the US. You might be surprised (and maybe a little scared).

#HiddenHazards #WeatherSecrets #USDisasters #Weather
The 15 Most Frequent and Terrifying Natural Disasters in the US
Across the US, regions face unique and devastating natural disasters, impacting lives and posing challenges to safety and preparedness.
buff.ly
February 26, 2025 at 6:54 PM
home-inspector.bsky.social
Mold: the uninvited guest hiding on your walls until the big reveal. Regular inspections catch these sneaky spots early before they become costly problems. Stay ahead and keep your home safe!
#moldinspection #homehealth #propertycare #timelyinspection #hiddenhazards
January 5, 2026 at 5:19 PM
curbprisons.bsky.social
Join the fight to #CloseCAPrisons today
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As climate crises escalate, we call for releases, more prison closures in areas vulnerable to climate change, and the creation + implementation of rapid release policies.

#HiddenHazards #EnvironmentalJustice #CaBudget #ClimateChange
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January 28, 2025 at 9:52 PM