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Now We're Getting Somewhere

43: It might not be a logical decision (at least not in the way that you think)

Sep 11, 2024
Explore the intriguing balance between logic and emotion in decision-making. Personal stories and client examples unveil how intuition often guides us better than mere logic. Discover three surprising weaknesses of our logical thought processes. The conversation highlights the unexpected rationality behind what might seem like illogical choices. A must-listen for anyone skeptical about stepping away from purely logical reasoning.
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Quick takeaways

  • Logical decision-making can be distorted by emotional biases, leading to choices that prioritize minor comforts over essential responsibilities.
  • Intuition, often viewed as non-logical, can provide a deeper, holistic perspective that may lead to surprisingly rational and beneficial decisions.

Deep dives

The Limitations of Logical Decision Making

Logical decision making often fails to appropriately weight the reasons behind choices, which can lead individuals astray. Decisions typically involve gathering all relevant reasons and assigning them importance, but people's emotional biases often distort this process. For example, someone might prioritize a minor comfort, such as a familiar place to eat, over crucial responsibilities like financial support for family, illustrating how emotional factors influence logical assessments. This misalignment can result in negative outcomes, such as burnout or missed job opportunities, due to decisions driven by a skewed sense of importance.

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