The Science of Everyday Decisions: How Small Choices Shape Our Lives

Nonfiction

eAudiobook

Provider: hoopla

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PUBLISHED
[United States] : Findaway Voices, 2024
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EDITION
Unabridged
DESCRIPTION

1 online resource (1 audio file (1hr., 38 min.)) : digital

ISBN/ISSN
9798347813032 MWT17706063, 17706063
LANGUAGE
English
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Have you ever wondered why you choose one thing over another? Why certain habits stick while others fade? Or how the countless small decisions you make every daywhat to eat, where to go, or whom to talk toshape the trajectory of your life? The Science of Everyday Decisions: How Small Choices Shape Our Lives delves into the fascinating interplay of psychology, neuroscience, and behavioral economics to uncover the mechanisms behind our decision-making processes. This book reveals the subtle forcesboth internal and externalthat guide our actions, often without us even realizing it. Explore how split-second choices and habitual behaviors define our relationships, careers, health, and happiness. Learn how biases, emotions, and context influence our judgments and why understanding these factors can help us make smarter, more deliberate decisions. Through engaging anecdotes, groundbreaking research, and actionable strategies, this book offers tools to: - Recognize and overcome decision-making traps. - Build healthier habits and break unproductive cycles. - Make confident choices in the face of uncertainty. - Understand the ripple effect of small decisions on long-term outcomes. Whether you're deciding what to prioritize at work, how to approach personal relationships, or simply choosing what to have for dinner, The Science of Everyday Decisions will empower you to take control of your life by mastering the art and science of decision-making

Mode of access: World Wide Web

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