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When a Decision Must Be Made – 2 – The Freedom of Flexibility
In our last article, we established that waiting for perfect information before making a decision is a common form of procrastination. We learned that when a deadline exists, you must make the best decision you can with the information at…
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When a Decision Must Be Made
Stop Searching, Start Deciding When we discuss gathering information for a wiser decision, you must understand one thing: we do not mean to put off a decision that needs to be made. Waiting for perfection is a recipe for disaster.…
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Can You Escape the Emotional Trap?
The Key is Space As we discussed in our last article, we can all be hijacked by emotional responses that quickly override rational thought. Emotions surge up fast. If we blurt out a response or act immediately on an urge…
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The Emotional Trap
Our Single Story: Recalling the Foundation Our brains strive to create a single story whenever we encounter new information. We take the piece of the scenario presented to our senses and combine that with our own best guesses to fill…
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The Power to Change Your Mind
Why We ‘Stick to Our Guns’ Do you know someone who will not change their mind once they’ve stated their case? It’s a natural tendency to “stick to your guns,” especially if you have already voiced your opinion. Our brains…
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The Danger of Thinking Fast
Last week, we discussed the many potential causes behind any situation. We can’t know everything, so we make a best guess and then form a plan of action. Our personal diagnosis of a situation is just one possibility, after all.…
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“It Depends” Thinking Theory
Imagine observing someone in a black hoodie with a backpack walk around your neighbour’s side yard and open a window. You check the driveway — your neighbour’s car isn’t there. What should you do? Do you call 911, assuming an…
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Why Fixating on the Details Keeps You in a Scam
You’ve likely been the target of a scammer, or you know someone who has. In a world where scams are becoming more and more common, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. But the truth is, a scammer’s greatest tool is their…
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Your Personal Compass: The Rainbow Reflection
Have you ever felt conflicted in deciding which option is the best way to deal with a situation? I remember when I was nearing the end of my high school days and looking ahead to post-secondary school. I had not…
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Navigating Responsibility in the Age of Scams: Where Does the Buck Stop?
Scams are indeed becoming more sophisticated with each passing day. The statistics are staggering. The FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center, in its 2024 report, states that losses reported to the FBI that year totaled over $16 billion. That represents a…
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