Fool Proof by Tess Wilkinson-Ryan Summary
Overview of Fool Proof
Discover why our fear of being a "sucker" secretly controls our decisions. In "Fool Proof," behavioral scientist Tess Wilkinson-Ryan reveals how this overlooked bias shapes everything from personal finances to societal structures - and offers practical strategies to break free from its grip.
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The Profound Sting of Being Fooled
Have you ever felt that unique, burning shame when you realize you've been duped? That moment when the charity you donated to turns out to be fraudulent, or when someone you trusted betrays your confidence? This isn't just disappointment-it's a special kind of psychological wound that cuts deeper than most injuries. The fear of being played for a fool occupies a unique place in our psychological landscape, shaping everything from our personal relationships to our political choices. Consider two scenarios with identical financial outcomes: In one, hackers randomly charge $20.50 to your credit card. In another, you willingly give that same amount to what appears to be a legitimate children's charity that turns out to be fraudulent. Though you get your money back in both cases, the emotional impact differs dramatically. The random hack feels like a minor annoyance; being conned feels deeply painful and shameful. Why? Being suckered isn't just about losing resources-it's about losing status and security. The accusation that you've played the fool suggests you've cooperated in your own social demotion. You can't be a sucker without your own cooperation, making it a unique form of victimhood filled with self-loathing. When hacked, we blame the criminal; when scammed, we blame ourselves, as if we taped the "Kick Me" sign to our own backs.
The Hidden Force Behind Non-Cooperation
When Fear Becomes a Political Weapon
The Double Bind of Identity and Status
Our Remarkable Capacity for Self-Deception
Motherhood: The Ultimate Bait-and-Switch
Reclaiming Our Moral Compass
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Criado por ex-alunos da Universidade de Columbia em San Francisco
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
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