Newsletter No. 113

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quick read — Emotional intelligence

The Bullshit Asymmetry Principle

In today’s world, where false narratives, disinformation, and misinformation spread at an alarming rate, critical thinking has never been more important. This is where Brandolini’s Law comes into play—a concept that highlights a fundamental truth about the nature of information.

Brandolini’s Law, also known as the Bullshit Asymmetry Principle, states: “The amount of energy needed to refute bullshit is an order of magnitude larger than to produce it.”