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Time and Attention

46: All or Something Thinking

Mar 2, 2021
Avoiding 'all or nothing' thinking, dissatisfaction with partial success, the effect across different time scales, sunk costs, awareness for behavioral change, downfalls of black and white thinking
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  • All or nothing thinking can lead to negative outcomes such as overeating or abandoning tasks.
  • Awareness is the crucial first step in overcoming all or nothing thinking and initiating personal growth and change.

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The All or Nothing Thinking Phenomenon

The podcast episode explores the concept of all or nothing thinking, where people tend to think in extremes and engage in black and white mental patterns. This type of thinking often leads to negative outcomes, such as overeating or abandoning tasks. The host and his wife discuss examples like finishing a whole carton of ice cream or binge-watching episodes on Netflix. The episode emphasizes the importance of awareness in recognizing this pattern and the need to question and challenge black and white thinking. By being mindful and making conscious choices, individuals can break out of this cycle and find a more balanced approach.

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