The Seductive Power of Overconfidence

Belief sells, whether it’s true or not. In the case of overconfidence, the belief in one’s ability—however out of proportion to reality—generates its own infectious energy. Self-deception is a potent means of convincing the world to see things your way.read more

Source: Psychology Today Personality Center - October 15, 2014 Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: David DiSalvo Tags: Cognition Personality Social Life confidence narcissism overconfidence self-deception social influence Source Type: news