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Published Mar 24, 2020

329: Gavin de Becker | The Gift of Fear Part One

Security expert Gavin de Becker delves into the power of intuition for personal safety and violence prediction, highlighting the groundbreaking MOSAIC threat assessment system to prevent escalation of threats, especially in domestic situations.
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  • Intuition

    Intuition is a powerful tool that everyone possesses, according to . He explains that intuition is a mental and physical process, with the stomach lining alone containing 100 million neurons, more than a dog's brain 1. This gut feeling is a form of knowing without knowing why, and it's crucial for recognizing danger. shares a personal story about ignoring his intuition during a taxi ride in Mexico City, which nearly led to a dangerous situation 1.

       

    Denial

    Denial and social conditioning often suppress our intuitive responses. emphasizes that humans can learn from others' experiences, not just their own 2. He explains that intuition sends out various signals like curiosity and suspicion, which can help us react before fear sets in 3. This ability to predict behavior is a survival mechanism that can be honed by paying attention to these signals.

       

    Evolution

    Intuition has evolved as a survival mechanism, rooted in our ability to perceive and react to danger. explains that intuition is about perceiving reality without the interference of cognitive biases 4. He shares a story about a woman who fired her contractor based on her dog's reaction, illustrating how animals rely on pure perception 4. This evolutionary trait helps us guard and protect ourselves effectively.

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