How the System Shapes Us
Sinead Stringer and Dr. David Thunder
THURSDAY JUNE 12th 2025 | 19.30 - 21.00 (UK)
We like to believe we make our own decisions, but what if our choices are being subtly steered without us ever noticing?
In this module, we peel back the curtain on the world of behavioural science, exploring how 'nudging' has evolved from a helpful psychological insight into a powerful tool for mass influence.
From Edward Bernays to SPI-B and manipulated algorithms, we investigate the silent forces shaping behaviour; often framed in the name of public good, but not always in the spirit of freedom or truth.
Together, we’ll ask: where is the line between persuasion and manipulation?
Plus we'll explore how we can develop the psychological resistance needed to stay truly sovereign in the Age of Influence:
You'll Discover
- Discover the hidden architecture of “choice design” and how it’s used to direct your behaviour.
- Examine the ethical boundaries between nudges, shoves, and mandates — with real-world case studies.
- Learn a practical framework to build psychological resistance and reclaim agency in your daily life.
You’ll leave with sharper discernment, a new lens on the world around you and tools to protect your autonomy in a system wired for control.
Your Hosts
Sinead Stringer
Behavioral Science Consultant, Critical Thinker, Risk Transformation Specialist
Sinead holds a Master’s in Behavioural Science from the London School of Economics and has spent her career navigating the messy interface between systems, psychology, and decision-making.
Sinead has worked with PANDA and also partnered with THiNKTWICE.
She's on a mission to help people reconnect with the power of independent thought.
David Charalambous
Behavior & Communication Expert, Founder of ReachingPeople.net
David is a communication strategist with 25+ years of experience helping people bridge divides, shift conversations, and connect across difference.
He’s studied everything from NLP to cognitive science and has advised both global corporations and grassroots groups.
His mission: to help people speak truth with compassion—and reach others without losing themselves.
How to Join
1. Join the Thinking Society Course
Founding Member Price £99
✅ Includes full access to all 6 live course modules
✅ Access to replays (video, audio & transcripts)
✅ Live Q&A calls with the course creators
✅ Downloadable resources, reflection prompts, and tools
✅ All future updates included at no extra cost
2. Single Access
This workshop will not be repeated — limited access, one-time only.
✅ LIVE Access
✅ On Demand Replay
❌ No access to future content or updates
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