#133
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The paradox of choice
Why More Is Less
Book • 2004
In 'The Paradox of Choice,' Barry Schwartz argues that the abundance of choices in modern Western society, while seemingly beneficial, can actually be detrimental to our psychological and emotional well-being.
He explains how the explosion in choices, from mundane decisions like buying jeans to profound challenges like balancing career and family, has paradoxically become a problem rather than a solution.
Schwartz synthesizes current research in social sciences to make the counterintuitive case that eliminating choices can reduce stress, anxiety, and busyness.
He offers practical steps to limit choices, focus on important ones, and derive greater satisfaction from decision-making.
The book also introduces the concepts of 'maximizers' and 'satisficers,' highlighting the differences in their decision-making processes and outcomes.
He explains how the explosion in choices, from mundane decisions like buying jeans to profound challenges like balancing career and family, has paradoxically become a problem rather than a solution.
Schwartz synthesizes current research in social sciences to make the counterintuitive case that eliminating choices can reduce stress, anxiety, and busyness.
He offers practical steps to limit choices, focus on important ones, and derive greater satisfaction from decision-making.
The book also introduces the concepts of 'maximizers' and 'satisficers,' highlighting the differences in their decision-making processes and outcomes.
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Chris Hutchins for understanding the challenges of having too many options.
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Logan Ury when explaining the concepts of maximizing and satisficing in decision-making.
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Hartmut Rosa erwähnt im Zusammenhang mit der Paradoxie der Wahl und der Überforderung durch zu viele Optionen.
Hartmut Rosa erwähnt im Zusammenhang mit der Paradoxie der Wahl und der Überforderung durch zu viele Optionen.
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