The Science of Analysis Paralysis – blog.doist.com
“Psychologist Barry Schwartz coined the phrase “Paradox of Choice” to describe his consistent findings that, while increased choice allows us to achieve objectively better results, it also leads to greater anxiety, indecision, paralysis, and dissatisfaction.”
The Science of Analysis Paralysis – blog.doist.com
“Rather than empowering us to make better choices, our virtually unlimited access to information often leads to greater fear of making the wrong decision, which in turn leads to us spinning our wheels in a seemingly inescapable purgatory of analysis paralysis, all the while getting nowhere on our important projects.”
The Science of Analysis Paralysis – blog.doist.com
“Analysis paralysis / Overthinking:
1. Lowers your performance on mentally demanding tasks
2. Kills your creativity
3. Eats up your willpower
4. Makes you less happy”
God Gave Us Limitations on Purpose
We are not created equal with God; therefore, we have limitations. Every choice we make amplifies this fact.
Pr 3:5
Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding.
The Uber-Choice
Is what we’re thinking, saying, or doing (or about to) bringing glory to God? And if our first and second options are close, which brings the most glory to God, first (possibly at the expense of self-glorification)?
Christian Prioritization
The hallmark of good prioritization for a believer is that every choice they make considers the Lord Jesus Christ first. Our “first love” is always our top priority.
“practice”
prasso – properly, the active process in performing (accomplishing) a deed, and implying what is done as a regular practice – i.e. a routine or habit
Be Careful Neglect Doesn’t Sneak Up on You – blog – 12/30/22
Be careful neglect doesn’t sneak up on you! While you’re busy with other priorities, you might just be leaving the most important ones behind.
