

Decision Making For Better Relationships | Dan Ariely
20 snips Dec 16, 2024
Join Dan Ariely, the James B. Duke Professor of Psychology and Behavioral Economics at Duke University, as he dives into the quirks of human decision-making. He shares how regret often drives us to inaction and why we agonize over minor purchases while major life choices seem easier. Discover the interplay between market norms and social connections, and how our environment influences decisions. Ariely’s insights reveal the predictability of our irrational behaviors, offering tools for making better choices in life and relationships.
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Origin of Research
- Dan Ariely's interest in decision-making began during his three-year hospital stay.
- He observed numerous irrational behaviors by medical professionals, sparking his research.
Decision Size and Biases
- People handle decisions differently based on their size, but biases persist.
- Medium decisions get the most research, while very big ones often get less due to their overwhelming nature.
Reframing a Divorce
- Dan Ariely advised a friend struggling with an eight-year marriage by reframing the decision.
- He suggested viewing it as a fresh choice between marrying or never seeing her again, promoting a more neutral evaluation.