1. Introduction: The Pervasiveness of Randomness in Human Experience
Randomness is not merely an external force but an intrinsic thread woven through every decision we make. From the split-second notification that pulls us from contemplation to action, to the unpredictable timing of a chance encounter, chance constantly reshapes our behavior. Cognitive research reveals that the brain treats random stimuli not as noise but as potential signals—triggering habitual responses or prompting deviations that disrupt
