Category Archives: Confirmation bias

Run beyond the boundaries: Changing the self-limiting beliefs

Posted on Juni 18, 2009 by Dr. Aliye Kurt - Suedhoff

Last time I suggested that you reflect on the self-limiting beliefs (SLBs) if you would like to make better use of your potential to reach your ideal-self and your dreams. If you have a list of these SLBs that have … Continue reading →

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Do I need to change my stereotype about the Dutch?

Posted on April 04, 2009 by Dr. Aliye Kurt - Suedhoff

Yes, I took too long of a break from writing, and I have many exciting things to write about – from my trip to Turkey, to the inspiring seminar panel “From Diversity to Inclusion” organized by the Netherlands – Canadian … Continue reading →

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Confirmation bias ~ how it can make it or break it for you…

Posted on Februar 08, 2009 by Dr. Aliye Kurt - Suedhoff

Last week I was telling my students how they would end up finding my course interesting or boring depending on their initial expectations of it. We all have a tendency to look for evidence that confirms our expectations or beliefs … Continue reading →

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