This Working Life Making decisions like a pro
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Jan 5, 2025 
Ellen Langer, a Harvard psychology professor and author of The Mindful Body, dives into the art of decision-making. She explores the staggering number of choices we face daily and offers insights on reducing decision-related stress. The discussion unveils how personal perceptions influence workplace stress and highlights the transformative journey of redefining careers later in life. Additionally, the interplay between emotions and choices is examined, with a focus on using mindfulness to navigate regret and enhance personal growth.
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Random Choice
- When faced with two equally appealing choices, choose randomly.
- Don't overthink small decisions; treat similar options as the same.
Information Overload
- Gathering information to differentiate options is common, but never-ending.
- New information can always shift your perspective, leading to indecision.
Subjective Cost-Benefit
- Cost-benefit analyses are ultimately subjective and often add up to zero.
- Every aspect has both costs and benefits, framing influences perception.
