DarrenDaily On-Demand An Ancient Trap That Blocks Your Growth
Jan 13, 2025
Discover how our default problem-solving methods might be holding us back. A deep dive into the additive bias reveals how adding complexity can obstruct growth. Embracing subtraction instead can clear the path for creativity and effectiveness. Shift your perspective to unlock simpler solutions and breakthroughs. Get ready to transform challenges into opportunities!
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Additive Bias Blocks Growth
- Humans have a cognitive bias called additive bias, favoring adding solutions over subtracting.
- This bias leads to complexity and over-accumulation instead of simpler, often better subtraction solutions.
Ancient Instincts Drive Excess
- Our ancient survival instincts drive us to accumulate more, fueling modern overconsumption.
- This impulse results in excess belongings and bureaucratic overload in daily life.
Laziness Fuels Adding Solutions
- Adding solutions is easier cognitively than considering subtracting parts of a system.
- We often choose adding due to laziness and the complexity of thoughtful subtraction.