The Upside of Irrationality
Self-management
Test your cognitive biases before making big and painful decisions
from The Upside of Irrationality: The Unexpected Benefits of Defying Logic at Work and at Home by Dan Ariely
How to Apply This
- Always test your beliefs and biases.
Learn to question your gut instinct, habits and perceptions before making a decision. For example, talk to someone who has an opposing view or more experience in that area. You can also conduct experiments to check whether your decision is beneficial or biased.
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