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#457 - Logan Ury - Hinge's Relationship Scientist Gives Dating Advice
Modern Wisdom
Maximizing vs Satisficing in Decision Making
Maximizing and satisficing represent two distinct approaches in decision-making. Maximizers strive to find the absolute best option by conducting extensive research, ensuring they leave no stone unturned. This pursuit often leads to dissatisfaction, as they may continually question their choices and feel there is always something better. In contrast, satisficers set a satisfactory threshold that allows them to make quicker decisions. Once they meet their criteria, they accept the choice and feel content with it. This difference highlights that satisficers often experience greater happiness because their focus is on feeling good about their decision, rather than chasing an elusive 'perfect' outcome. Ultimately, it's not merely about making the correct choice, but rather about one's emotional response and satisfaction with the decision made.
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