Choices, Choices: 10 Quick Insights Into Decision-Making

1. Decision-making is the cognitive process of selecting a choice from alternatives.

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2. It can be rational, intuitive, or a combination of both.

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3. Mental shortcuts we use to simplify decision-making.

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4. Prejudices can influence our decisions, leading to errors.

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5. Too many choices can lead to decision paralysis.

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6. Groupthink can influence decisions, sometimes negatively.

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7. Emotions play a significant role in decision-making.

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8. Listing these is a popular decision-making method.

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9. Fear of regret can greatly impact decision-making.

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10. Like any skill, decision-making can be improved with practice.

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