The Psychology of your 20s

I Trust Myself to Make the Best Decision With What I Know Now

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Mar 17, 2025
Explore the journey of building self-trust and the art of decision-making. Discover why there’s rarely a perfect choice and how to embrace imperfection. Learn to distinguish between intuition and anxiety, allowing for proactive personal growth. This discussion highlights the importance of making decisions with compassion and resilience, encouraging you to trust yourself with the knowledge you have. Dive into the power of trusting your instincts as a guide through life’s uncertainties.
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INSIGHT

The Myth of the Perfect Decision

  • There's a misconception that there's one best decision at every turn, leading to a perfect life path.
  • This is improbable as we lack hindsight's information, and decisions arise from equally appealing or unappealing options.
INSIGHT

Perfectionism and Decision Paralysis

  • We feel stuck in decision-making because we fear regret and crave control over outcomes.
  • This perfectionism sacrifices peace and action, leading to decision paralysis.
ADVICE

Embrace Imperfect Action

  • Choose action over inaction when faced with a decision.
  • Embrace imperfection, as it leads to more experiences and learning opportunities.
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