As an indecisive person who strives to overcome that label, I know that there are some things I do—like asking multiple people for advice—and some things I don’t do—like follow my gut—that lead to a struggle with choice. But there’s some comfort in knowing that there are actions I can take toward making better decisions, like getting enough sleep and eating right. Although, it’s nice to know I can pin the blame on factors beyond my reach every once in a while. (It’s not me, it’s my cycle!) That won’t make me a better decider, but it may ease the guilt from time to time.
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I liked the article. It's nice when science supports common sense. One reason I think people have trouble making decisions is because they are so afraid of being wrong. In most cases, decisions are not life-threatening. If you make the wrong choice, the consequences are not dire. Also, even if you consider all the known factors, there are still unknown factors. I think taking these things into account should help people in making decisions with less anxiety. Sometimes simply making a decision is better than not. I have researched computer info for people who won't make up their minds. By the time they make up their minds, the info is out of date!
I love this article. My mother always says that you should never make decisions if you are tired or hungry. I am glad to see some science behind this quote I have been following for years. So fun.
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