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Hidden Brain

Episode 8: Back Up Plans

Nov 10, 2015
24:23

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Quick takeaways

  • Having backup plans may decrease motivation towards primary goals.
  • Presence of safety nets can lead to increased risk-taking behavior.

Deep dives

The Downside of Having Backup Plans

Having backup plans may lead to less motivation in pursuing primary goals as knowing there is a safety net can result in decreased effort towards the main objective. Research by Katy Milkman discovered that individuals with backup plans were less focused and driven towards their primary goals, as they felt comfortable with the alternative options available to them.

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