Nook-of Thering

“But because human being tend to focus on short-term benefits and our own immediate needs, such tragedies of the commons occur frequently .”
― Dan Ariely, Predictably Irrational: The Hidden Forces That Shape Our Decisions

“[..] we human beings are ready and willing to steal something that does not explicitly reference monetary value - that is, something that lacks the face of a dead president.”
― Dan Ariely, The Honest Truth About Dishonesty: How We Lie to Everyone - Especially Ourselves

“individuals are honest only to the extent that suits them (including their desire to please others)”
― Dan Ariely, Predictably Irrational: The Hidden Forces That Shape Our Decisions

“If we all make systematic mistakes in our decisions, then why not develop new strategies, tools, and methods to help us make better decisions and improve our overall well-being? That's exactly the meaning of free lunches- the idea that there are tools, methods, and policies that can help all of us make better decisions and as a consequence achieve what we desire-pg. 241”
― Dan Ariely, Predictably Irrational: The Hidden Forces That Shape Our Decisions