Sober Synthesis

What are the Key Factors of “Thinking Fast” (System 1)? 

• We conserve energy by using mental shortcuts (heuristics) that can strongly influence inaccurate conclusions.
  • Associations
  • Stories and approximations
  • Tendency to confuse causality with correlation

• Heuristics reinforce overconfidence.

What are the Benefits of Thinking Slowly (System 2)?

• Thinking slowly decreases the biases, omissions, and overconfidence that interfere with accurate and optimal decision-making. 

https://readingraphics.com/book-summary-thinking-fast-and-slow

How Can I Maximize Thinking Slowly?

• The key to improved decision making is to become aware when we’re prone to mistakes, so we can avoid and/or minimize them when most important.
  • Mindfulness, especially after awakening and before going to sleep
  • Collaborating with a group for different perspectives
  • Paying attention to details, especially when experiencing strong emotions.

Proposed Question for Thought/Sharing:

1. Do you have ideas how this information may support your recovery and overall health and wellness?

Disclaimer

This summary is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice, and no doctor/patient relationship is formed.