The Art of Accomplishment

How Can I Make Better Decisions? — Decisions Series #1

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Nov 25, 2022
Discover how emotions shape our decision-making, from everyday choices to life-changing moments. The hosts argue for embracing emotional insights over purely analytical tools. They discuss the balance between emotions and intellect, using historical anecdotes for clarity. Fear's influence on our judgments is tackled, promoting the idea of identifying the next obvious step to avoid paralysis. By embracing discomfort and surrendering to outcomes, we can improve our decision-making and find joy in the process.
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INSIGHT

Feeling Good in Decisions

  • Good decisions feel inherently right, regardless of outcome.
  • Focus on how a decision feels now, not predicted future happiness.
ADVICE

Principled Decisions

  • Principled decisions accelerate decision-making and improve life.
  • Identify and adhere to your guiding principles.
INSIGHT

Present vs. Future

  • Basing decisions on future feelings sacrifices the present for an illusion.
  • Prioritize present feelings over uncertain future happiness.
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