Daniel Kahneman: The riddle of experience vs. memory

The video explores the concept of happiness, highlighting cognitive traps that hinder our understanding. It distinguishes between the experiencing self and the remembering self, emphasizing how memory shapes our perception of happiness. The discussion includes how these selves influence decision-making and the implications for public policy. The Gallup survey findings on income and happiness are also discussed, suggesting that while money doesn't buy happiness, lack of it causes misery. The video concludes with a call for integrating happiness research into policy-making.

What is the first cognitive trap mentioned in the text?

What example is used to illustrate the difference between experience and memory?

How does the text differentiate between the experiencing self and the remembering self?

What is the significance of endings in the context of storytelling as mentioned in the text?

How does the remembering self influence decision-making according to the text?

What does the text imply about the consumption of memories compared to experiences?

What are the two concepts of happiness discussed in the text?

How does the text suggest we should approach the study of happiness?

What findings from the Gallup survey are highlighted in the text?

What does the text suggest about the relationship between happiness and income?