Practice being a ‘Satisficer’ instead of a ‘Maximiser’ - Deepstash

Practice being a ‘Satisficer’ instead of a ‘Maximiser’

  • Maximizers try to make a choice that will give the maximum benefit later on.
  • Satisficers make choices according to their set of current criteria. Nothing more.

Trying to maximize every day will lead to more time anxiety. Instead, use your time well-spent activities and decide on what fits your time best now**.**

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