Name: 3 ways to make better decisions -- by thinking like a computer
Uploaded: 2018-09-14T14:41:37Z
Duration: 11 min 38 s
Description: If you ever struggle to make decisions, here's a talk for you. Cognitive scientist Tom Griffiths shows how we can apply the logic of computers to untangle tricky human problems, sharing three practical strategies for making better decisions -- on everything from finding a home to choosing which restaurant to go to tonight.

Tom Griffiths: 3 ways to make better decisions -- by thinking like a computer

3 ways to make better decisions -- by thinking like a computer

If you ever struggle to make decisions, here's a talk for you. Cognitive scientist Tom Griffiths shows how we can apply the logic of computers to untangle tricky human problems, sharing three practical strategies for making better decisions -- on everything from finding a home to choosing which restaurant to go to tonight.

Human decision-making can be improved by borrowing strategies from computer science, turning overwhelming choices into manageable steps. For example, the '37 percent rule' helps maximize the chances of finding the best home in a market where perfection is elusive. Everyday dilemmas, from picking a restaurant to organizing a wardrobe, become easier when viewed as computational problems with proven solutions. Embracing these methods not only eases stress but also encourages self-forgiveness when outcomes are uncertain.