Magical Overthinkers Overthinking About Indecision
Aug 6, 2025
Vicki Tan, a digital product designer and author of 'Ask This Book A Question', joins the conversation about the struggles of decision-making. They explore how cognitive biases and personal experiences feed into indecision and anxiety. The duo discusses reframing questions to navigate uncertainties and the emotional weight of choices. They also touch on gender dynamics in decision-making, emphasizing the need for support and understanding. Ultimately, they advocate for embracing the messiness of not knowing while learning to trust one's instincts.
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How Anxiety Fuels Indecision
- Anxiety often leads to indecision by causing fear in uncertain, high-risk situations.
- Cognitive biases triggered by anxiety impair rational decision-making, leading to paralysis or overcaution.
Vicki's AI Career Doubts
- Vicki Tan worries about her role amid AI's impact on tech.
- She debates leaving the industry versus improving it from within.
Indecision Is Learning Gap
- Indecision often stems from people never learning how to make decisions effectively.
- Broadening perspective and curiosity can unlock decision-making stuckness.
