• 18. 8. 2025 • H. T. •
Crowd wisdom happens when individuals think independently, bringing diverse ideas to the table. It’s how we get accurate predictions, smart solutions, and balanced decisions.
But then there’s herd mentality—when people stop thinking for themselves and just follow the crowd. It’s driven by fear, conformity, and the illusion of safety in numbers. The result? Misinformation spreads, poor choices multiply, and critical thinking disappears.
Key Features:
- Conformity: People follow others to fit in.
- Social pressure: Fear of standing out or being wrong.
- Bias reinforcement: Shared biases get amplified.
- Information cascades: Early decisions influence later ones, even if flawed.
Risks:
- Poor decisions
- Spread of misinformation
- Suppression of dissent
In a world of viral trends and echo chambers, the real challenge is staying curious, questioning the narrative, and thinking for yourself.
