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That makes for an interesting interpretation of all those action movies where the protagonist seems to risk his life so frequently. We're only watching the most
by msellout 11y ago
That makes for an interesting interpretation of all those action movies where the protagonist seems to risk his life so frequently. We're only watching the most interesting one.
- stared 11y agoBut then it's not quantum mechanics, but statistical mechanics. Also known as survival bias. For the reasons it seems that it is good to be brave in danger - for all brave succeed. Except for ones that did not and won't tell their stories.
- taneq 11y agoOr for a more commonplace example, old successful people telling young people to "take risks" and "follow your dreams". Of course they think it works in general because it worked for them.