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The Persian Messenger Syndrome: Avoiding the Traps of Irrational Decision-Making

Introduction In the realm of decision-making, the Persian Messenger Syndrome serves as a mental model that sheds light on the human tendency to reject uncomfortable or inconvenient information in favor of maintaining a desired narrative or belief. This syndrome finds its origins in ancient Persia, where messengers bearing bad news were often executed for delivering […]