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Fool Proof
Tess Wilkinson-Ryan
3.73 (181 Reviews)
Psychology
Society
Economics
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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

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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.

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The Hidden Force Behind Non-Cooperation

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When Fear Becomes a Political Weapon

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The Double Bind of Identity and Status

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Our Remarkable Capacity for Self-Deception

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Motherhood: The Ultimate Bait-and-Switch

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Reclaiming Our Moral Compass

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