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Why You Fear the Unknown — and What It Can Teach You | Maya Shankar and Simone Stolzoff | TED

TED — Sep 20, 2026 — talk

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Cognitive scientist Maya Shankar and author Simone Stolzoff discuss research on why humans instinctively fear uncertainty and how leaning into unpredictable moments can build psychological resilience. This TED talk is designed for general audiences interested in psychology, personal development, and understanding their own emotional responses to ambiguous situations.