Podcast
Tunnel Vision
Source:
NPR: Hidden Brain
April 2, 2018
Category:
Psychology
Scarcity takes a huge toll. It robs people of insight. And it helps to explain why, when we're in a hole, we sometimes dig ourselves even deeper.
This week on Hidden Brain, we'll explore the concept of scarcity and how it affects people across the globe — from sugar cane farmers in India to time-starved physicians in the United States.
Isaiah's Description:
Scarcity is one of the most powerful drivers of human behavior. Understanding the impact of scarcity not only sheds light on our own behaviors but allows us to empathize with others who live in environments of high scarcity.
Often times, these environments are found in predominantly minority communities. Perceptions of the lazy family on food stamps or the meritocratic argument that anyone can become wealthy with effort are fueled my misconceptions about human psychology and the social environments we live in.
This podcast helps to counter those traditional arguments that overlook the difficult decisions we have to make in scarce environments.