What is the mind trap?

The "mind trap" refers to a cognitive pattern where our minds constantly seek evidence to support its own views or beliefs, often ignoring contrary information. Shane Parrish and Jennifer Garvey Berger discuss how this can lead us to a limited understanding of situations, as our perceptions become clouded by what we expect or want to happen, rather than what is truly occurring. Engaging with the present and being mindful requires effort, courage, and the willingness to face discomfort, as opposed to just reinforcing our preconceptions. This is especially challenging because the mind naturally gravitates towards reinforcing its expectations, meaning that breaking out of the "mind trap" is an active process