Episode
Short Stuff: Sleeping On It
16:57
Published: Wed Feb 22 2023
Description
It’s pretty well known that if you wait to make a big decision until after you get some sleep, you’re likelier to make a good one. But why should that be? Why, we’ll explain if only you’d listen.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Chapters
The first podcast follows a woman who followed her daughter into the train yard and found a surprising world, and the second podcast features an interview with Dr. John Groholt discussing the benefits of "sleeping on it."
00:00 - 01:23 (01:23)
Summary
The first podcast follows a woman who followed her daughter into the train yard and found a surprising world, and the second podcast features an interview with Dr. John Groholt discussing the benefits of "sleeping on it."
EpisodeShort Stuff: Sleeping On It
PodcastStuff You Should Know
Sleep can help with making complicated decisions because it allows us to organize and process information, connect it with old information, and gain clarity.
01:23 - 11:37 (10:13)
Summary
Sleep can help with making complicated decisions because it allows us to organize and process information, connect it with old information, and gain clarity. It can also prevent biases from creeping in and help avoid overthinking.
EpisodeShort Stuff: Sleeping On It
PodcastStuff You Should Know
Making important decisions under high pressure and stress can lead to worse outcomes than taking time to step away and think.
11:37 - 16:39 (05:01)
Summary
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.