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Entrenchment refers to the process by which certain practices, behaviors, or structures become deeply established and resistant to change, often due to habitual repetition or institutional inertia. It can occur in various contexts such as language, organizational culture, or cognitive processes, and can hinder adaptability and innovation.
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Cognitive bias refers to systematic patterns of deviation from norm or rationality in judgment, where individuals create their own 'subjective reality' from their perception of the input. These biases often result from the brain's attempt to simplify information processing, leading to errors in decision-making and judgment.
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Path dependence is the idea that historical events or decisions significantly shape the trajectory of future developments, making certain outcomes more likely due to the influence of past choices. It highlights how initial conditions and early events can lock systems into specific paths, often leading to inefficiencies or suboptimal outcomes that persist over time.
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Institutional inertia refers to the tendency of established organizations to resist change and maintain existing structures, processes, and cultures, even in the face of external pressures or opportunities for improvement. This resistance can result from deeply embedded routines, risk aversion, and the vested interests of stakeholders who benefit from the status quo.
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Cultural norms are the shared expectations and rules that guide behavior of people within social groups, shaping everything from daily routines to moral judgments. These norms are learned and reinforced through socialization, and they can vary significantly between different societies, influencing how individuals perceive and interact with the world.
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Behavioral rigidity refers to the inability to adapt or change one's behavior in response to new situations or stimuli, often resulting in inflexible patterns of actions or thoughts. This can hinder problem-solving and adaptability, impacting personal and professional relationships and overall well-being.
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Organizational culture encompasses the shared values, beliefs, and norms that influence the behavior and practices of members within an organization. It plays a crucial role in shaping the work environment, guiding decision-making, and impacting overall organizational effectiveness and employee satisfaction.
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Status quo bias is a cognitive bias that leads individuals to prefer things to remain the same or maintain a previous decision, even when a change may lead to a better outcome. This bias can result in resistance to change, as people often perceive potential losses from change to outweigh potential gains.
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Resistance to change is a natural reaction where individuals or groups push back against alterations in their environment or routines, often due to fear of the unknown, loss of control, or disruption of comfort. Understanding and addressing the underlying reasons for resistance can facilitate smoother transitions and enhance acceptance of change initiatives.
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Habit formation is the process by which new behaviors become automatic through repetition and consistency, often driven by cues and rewards. Understanding the psychological mechanisms behind habits can empower individuals to replace detrimental habits with beneficial ones, enhancing personal growth and productivity.
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System justification theory posits that people have a psychological motivation to defend, bolster, and rationalize the status quo, even at the expense of personal or group interest. This tendency helps to maintain social stability but can also perpetuate inequality and resistance to social change.
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Usage-Based Linguistics posits that language structure emerges from language use, emphasizing the importance of frequency and context in shaping linguistic knowledge. It challenges the notion of an innate universal grammar, proposing instead that cognitive processes such as categorization and analogy are central to language acquisition and processing.
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