Think twice before making a decision
from Factfulness: Ten Reasons We're Wrong About the World – and Why Things Are Better Than You Think by Hans Rosling
How to Apply This
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Take a minute to think rationally.
Don’t act on the first instinct. Instead, take a minute to think twice before trying to solve a problem. -
If something is urgent, rely on the data.
If you need to make a decision fast, consider facts instead of emotions. -
Ignore predictions.
No one can foresee what will happen in the future. -
Think of the side effects.
Don’t act without considering if the consequences of your immediate actions won’t worsen your initial situation.
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