Challenge your assumptions from "summary" of Perfectly Confident by Don A. Moore
Imagine you are driving down a familiar route. You have taken this road countless times before, so you assume you know every twist and turn like the back of your hand. Suddenly, you encounter a roadblock that forces you to take a detour. This unexpected obstacle challenges your assumption that you knew the route perfectly. Similarly, in decision-making, we often rely on assumptions based on past experiences or beliefs, without questioning their validity. These assumptions can lead us astray and hinder our ability to make confident decisions. Challenging your assumptions involves recognizing that your beliefs and perceptions may be flawed or incomplete. It requires a willingness to step outside your comfort zone and consider alternative perspectives or possibilities. By interrogating your assumptions, you open yourself up to new information and insights that can help you make more informed decisions. This process can be uncomfortable, as it may require you to confront your biases or acknowledge the limitations of your knowledge. However, the discomfort is a necessary part of gr...
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