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197. Why Making Pros and Cons Lists is a Flawed Decision-Making Method


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We’ve all made a pros and cons list to tackle a big decision, but what if this trusted tool is actually keeping you stuck? From our brain’s bias for the familiar to fear-driven assumptions about the unknown, these lists often tip the scales unfairly toward staying comfortable rather than choosing growth. In this episode, I’ll share 5 surprising reasons why this approach falls short, along with real-life stories that show how it can mislead us—and what to do instead.


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