Same as Ever by Morgan Housel Summary
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In "Same as Ever," Morgan Housel reveals what never changes in our chaotic world. Bill Gates called it "revelatory" - this 7-million-copy bestseller asks: Why do we repeatedly fall for the illusion of certainty when history shows humans never truly change?
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The Unchanging Constants of Human Nature
Warren Buffett, during the darkest days of the 2009 financial crisis, was asked about economic recovery. Rather than offering complex forecasts, he simply observed that Snickers had been the bestselling candy bar since 1962. His point was profound: while markets crash and technologies evolve, certain fundamentals never change. This insight forms the backbone of Morgan Housel's work, which has captivated business leaders and cultural icons alike. In a world obsessed with predicting the next disruption, what's truly valuable is understanding the stubborn patterns of human behavior that have persisted through centuries of technological and social upheaval. These patterns-our relationship with risk, our struggle with expectations, our emotional decision-making-remain remarkably consistent across time, offering a compass for navigating an increasingly complex world.
History's Fragile Turning Points
The Blindspots in Our Risk Assessment
The Gap Between Expectations and Reality
The Inseparable Nature of Genius and Quirks
The Persuasive Power of Storytelling
Embracing the Constants in a Changing World
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