The Dangers of Overconfidence in Decision-Making

The Dangers of Overconfidence in Decision-Making

How does overconfidence affect decision-making? What are some ways to mitigate hubris in your decision-making? Our hubris—or overconfidence in decision-making—makes us feel certain in our predictions about a decision’s outcome. If the outcome is different than we predicted, we’re left surprised and unprepared to deal with it. We can overcome our hubris by: 1) accepting that we can’t predict the future, and 2) preparing for a range of possible outcomes. Here are some strategies for overcoming decision-making hubris.

Defining Learned Optimism: Self-Taught Positivity

Defining Learned Optimism: Self-Taught Positivity

How does Martin Seligman define learned optimism? What is an optimistic mindset? How can you learn to be more optimistic? Psychologist Martin Seligman coined the term “learned optimism” as a way of demonstrating that the traits of an optimistic person can be learned by anyone, even natural pessimists. In his book, Learned Optimism, Seligman explains the concept of learned optimism, including techniques for breaking out of a pessimistic mindset. Read on to learn Seligman’s definition of learned optimism, plus how you can teach yourself optimism.

Good Work Habits to Make You Successful

Good Work Habits to Make You Successful

What are good work habits? Do you want to develop a strong work ethic? Exhibiting good work habits not only makes you stand out to managers or other employees, but it can help you achieve your work goals. These work habits can cater to anybody—whether you want to run your own business, want to get solo projects done, or want to get a raise. Here are some great work habits to develop so you can have a successful career.

Martin Seligman: Optimism Can Be Learned

Martin Seligman: Optimism Can Be Learned

Can optimism be learned? How can you learn to be optimistic? What is Martin Seligman’s advice? According to Martin Seligman, optimism means having an empowered and confident mindset. Seligman says you can learn to be optimistic just like you learn a new skill—through practice and dedication. Keep reading to find out how you can learn to be optimistic, according to Seligman’s advice.

The Sun and Her Flowers: Chapter Themes & Meanings

The Sun and Her Flowers: Chapter Themes & Meanings

Looking for an overview of The Sun and Her Flowers chapters? What is the meaning behind each chapter in the book? What themes can we pull out? In Rupi Kaur’s book of poems, The Sun and Her Flowers, there are five chapters: Wilting, Falling, Rooting, Rising, and Blooming. Each chapter explores themes from Kaur’s own life, such as love and loss, and connects them to broader social issues. Read on for an overview of the key themes and meanings behind The Sun and Her Flowers chapters.

Plan for the Worst, Hope for the Best: The Power of Plan B

Why Having No Hope for the Future Causes Depression

Do you always have a plan B? Why is it important to plan for the worst and hope for the best, as the popular adage goes? Most of us tend to underestimate the likelihood of the worst-case scenario, thinking that the chances of it coming to pass are slim to none. As a result, we fail to make contingency plans, and if the worst does come to pass, panic ensues because we’re not prepared to face it. Here’s why you should always plan for the worst-case scenario, no matter how unlikely it seems.

How to Stimulate Creative Decision-Making

How to Stimulate Creative Decision-Making

What is the most effective way to stimulate the creative process? How does introducing constraints help you come up with more creative ideas? You’d think that the best way to come up with a creative solution is to brainstorm as many options as you can. While the brainstorming strategy is good, it may not always be viable. In some cases, the problem is having too many options with none being appealing. If that’s the case, try eliminating options. Here’s how eliminating options can help stimulate creative-decision making.