A surprising trick to making hard choices: Try thinking less

npr.orgPublished: 6/3/2025

Summary

Struggling with tough decisions? Here's a surprising secret from a decision-making expert. Nell Wulfhart suggests avoiding overthinking your choices—often the best decisions come from making quick, intentional selections rather than thorough analysis. Her strategies include prioritizing values when evaluating options, envisioning your ideal life in 1, 5, and 10 years to align decisions with goals, and acting decisively to minimize regret. By focusing on what truly matters and moving forward, you can make choices that lead to better outcomes despite any initial hesitation.