The Art of Manliness How to Make Life’s Big Decisions
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Jan 31, 2022 Laurence Alison and Neil Shortland, experts in forensic and security psychology, share insights from their book, Decision Time. They discuss navigating life-altering choices with strategies tailored from high-stakes situations. Common pitfalls like decision paralysis and rumination are explored, along with the importance of self-awareness in making effective decisions. The duo introduces a structured approach called the 'foxtrot pattern' to help listeners break free from indecision and make confident choices that align with their core values.
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Avoid Redundant Deliberation
- When making extreme decisions, avoid redundant deliberation, where you endlessly cycle through options.
- Instead, consider a few plausible options, manage your time, adapt to new information, and be willing to revise your plans.
Decision Inertia and Courage
- Decision inertia often stems from fear of loss and the difficulty of sacrificing one good option for another.
- Overcoming inertia requires courage to accept potential loss and choose the least-worst option if needed.
COVID Wedding Decision
- Neil Shortland and his wife faced the difficult decision of whether to have a small COVID wedding or postpone their larger celebration.
- They chose the smaller wedding, demonstrating courage by accepting the loss of their original plans while prioritizing their values.
