Life Kit How to make a hard decision
Jan 4, 2021
Ruth Chang, a Professor of Jurisprudence at Oxford, shares her expert insights on the intricacies of making tough decisions. She explains how the pandemic has forced many to reflect on their choices and embrace risk. Chang introduces the 'small improvement test' and a structured six-step approach called 'AUTHOR' to help listeners evaluate their options more effectively. By emphasizing personal values and commitment, she inspires individuals to take control of their life choices rather than feeling trapped by them.
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Hard Choices vs. Big Choices
- Hard choices are difficult because the alternatives are on par, not because they are big.
- One option isn't better than the other, but they are not equal either.
The Small Improvement Test
- Use the "small improvement test" to determine if a choice is genuinely hard.
- Imagine a small improvement to one option; if it doesn't clearly make it better, the choice is hard.
Beyond Pros and Cons
- Create a pros and cons list, but don't obsess over small differences if the choice is truly hard.
- Recognize that one option isn't inherently better; the difficulty lies in their equal standing.