Visibility

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Claim

Visibility is often literally the measure by which we see something. We are highly affected by External influence constrains authentic identity and agency, but more specifically, eyesight is one of the most influential senses of all.

Explanation

As they say "out of sight, out of mind", we are affected by what we see. The more something is visible, the more familiar it is, and the more we believe it is true Availability bias inflates perceived likelihood of easily recalled events.

Similarly, since we have a great tendency of imitating others, the more something is visible, the more likely we are to imitate it. We perceive visible behavior as a social sign, both in the sense of "you should do as I do", and also "here's a glimpse to who I am" Behavior reveals true preferences

Additionally, visibility is much more than eyesight. It is much easier for us to grasp, understand and notice things that are tangible, that are "right there in front of us", than abstract ideas in the future. We prefer Clarity is achieved through definition and presentation over Uncertainty creates anxiety when knowledge and control are incomplete.

Why it matters

However, the fact that something is in plain sight doesn't mean it is noticeable We overestimate how much others notice us, although it does make it much more likely to be noticed Focusing on easy metrics blinds us to what matters.

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