You Cannot Undo Your Choice
It seems like all decisions are reversible today. But when you make a choice, you take responsibility for it. This creates anxiety.
Barry Schwartz
American psychologist and bestselling author of The Paradox of Choice on how abundance of options paralyzes our decisions.
All moments: Barry Schwartz
- Choice Becomes a Burden — Barry Schwartz
We think limiting choice is bad, but research shows people are happier when they have fewer options.
- The Paradox of Choice and Happiness — Barry Schwartz
The more options we have, the less happy we are. An abundance of choice leads to paralysis, regret, dissatisfaction.
- Satisfaction Comes From Gratitude — Barry Schwartz
When we're grateful for what we've chosen, we're satisfied. When we constantly seek better, we're never satisfied.
- Analysis Paralyzes — Barry Schwartz
When there are too many options, we fall into analysis. We compare, weigh, worry. This takes away the joy of choosing.
- The Dream of the Perfect Choice — Barry Schwartz
We always think there's a perfect choice. But perfection doesn't exist. Once we accept this, we can be happy with what we have.
- Maximizers and Satisficers — Barry Schwartz
There are people who always seek the best option—maximizers. There are people satisfied with a good option—satisficers. Satisficers are happier.
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