90 - Maximize Your Choices and Be Satisfied

 

90 - Maximize Your Choices and Be Satisfied

I discuss the concept of maximizers and satisficers, people who seek the best of everything versus those who are content with good enough. Dr. Barry Schwartz's book, The Paradox of Choice, explores this topic and finds that maximizers tend to be less happy and more anxious than satisficers. I share my own experiences and offer advice for both types of decision-makers. I also note that being a maximizer or satisficer can vary based on the situation and that learning to choose in a world full of unHave you ever heard of the concept of maximizers and satisficers? It's a fascinating topic that I've been exploring lately.

Whether you're a maximizer or a satisficer can vary based on the situation. Sometimes it's important to go all out and seek the absolute best option, while other times it's better to just be content with what's good enough.

But let's face it, making decisions in a world full of unlimited possibilities can be overwhelming. That's why I suggest finding a balance between the two and making decisions based on what is most important at the moment. Ultimately, I suggest finding a balance between the two and making decisions based on what is most important at the moment.

https://startwithsmallsteps.com/?p=3208

https://www.bbc.com/worklife/article/20210329-do-maximisers-or-satisficers-make-better-decisions

https://medium.com/growth-habits-lab/how-to-make-better-decisions-are-you-a-satisficer-or-a-maximizer-5c789693b941

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/science-choice/201506/satisficing-vs-maximizing

https://freakonomics.com/podcast/are-you-a-maximizer-or-a-satisficer-nsq-ep-14/

https://gretchenrubin.com/2006/06/are_you_a_satis/

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