Most people lack theory of mind in everyday situations—they don't recognize that other people have concurrent experiences and needs (e.g., people blocking sidewalk/elevator don't realize they're in anyone else's way), and this creates low-level social friction everywhere.

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Speaker

Blake Eastman

Evidence Quote

I don't think people have that theory of mind

Source

The Non-Verbal Expert: These Behaviors Tell You Everything You Need to Know About SomeoneThe Knowledge Project Podcast
Created: 8/10/2026, 11:33:31 PM

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