We will read and discuss “Blind Spots” by Madeleine L. Van Hecke, which explains why smart people do dumb things. Luckily, our minds work for us (mostly) 80 to 90 percent of the time. But what about the rest of the time when we jump to conclusions, don’t allow ourselves the time to think things through or can’t see the forest from the trees.

This book contains anecdotes and tactics to avoid forehead-slapping duh moments. It is derived from research on cognitive myths, problems and critical thinking. Please read the Preface and Chapter 1 for the first session.

Instructor Gerry Lapidus will lead this study group for those 50 and over for two hours on Mondays from January 22 through February 26.