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The Benefits of Stepping Away from High Pressure Decisions
11:37 - 16:39 (05:01)
Making important decisions under high pressure and stress can lead to worse outcomes than taking time to step away and think. By giving yourself time and reducing stress, decision-making can become more effective.
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Researchers conducted an experiment to investigate if "unconscious thought" is more effective than conscious thought in making important decisions.
11:37 - 14:17 (02:40)
Decision Making
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Researchers conducted an experiment to investigate if "unconscious thought" is more effective than conscious thought in making important decisions. The results suggested that individuals who engaged in unconscious thought made better decisions compared to those who relied only on conscious thought.
ChapterThe Benefits of Stepping Away from High Pressure Decisions
EpisodeShort Stuff: Sleeping On It
PodcastStuff You Should Know
Stepping away from high-pressure decisions can alleviate the stress of immediacy and help in making a better decision.
14:17 - 16:39 (02:21)
Decision-making
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Stepping away from high-pressure decisions can alleviate the stress of immediacy and help in making a better decision. It is essential to draw boundaries and avoid making snap decisions under duress.