More Numbers Every Day

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Ever wondered how many steps you’ve taken today or how many emails you’ve answered? Numbers are everywhere, shaping how we live, work, and even think. This book dives into the overwhelming flood of data that influences our daily decisions.

Exploring the powerful role numbers play in our everyday lives and how they shape our behavior.

Welcome to the “numberdemic,” a world where stats, figures, and data quietly control much of what we do. From your work habits and exercise routines to the products you pick and the news you consume, numbers have crept into every corner of life. But does this constant tracking actually improve things?

Behavioural economists Micael Dahlen and Helge Thorbjørnsen take you on a journey through intriguing, sometimes unsettling, and often humorously sharp research. They reveal why we’re so hooked on numbers and offer insights on how to break free from their grip.

Along the way, you’ll discover:

• Why viral videos gain trust with every view, even if they're misleading
• How numbers can influence the way we physically age if we let them
• Why rating more films can make them seem less impressive
• How “anchor” numbers lodged in your mind can impact the size of your mortgage

Engaging and thought-provoking, More Numbers Every Day arms you with the knowledge to resist a world obsessed with digits and regain control over your choices.

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