It seems like a toss up. Well, it isn’t. Choice architecture has its say and it is actually pointing us in the right direction. Provided, we are prepared to walk that path.
A slight recalibration is all that might be required. To alter a habit, for the better. You want to be heard. Or have you considered listening instead? The temptation is to doom scroll on social media and post a nasty comment. Or would you opt to call someone and make their day? Taking a nap looks enticing. Or you go for a walk and get some me-time. You can make a purchase for interim joy and the thrill of the chase(and add to the Stuffocation at home). Or, you can consider making a donation. Reacting angrily to an email might be the go to default. Or, perhaps a polite conversation can clear the air.
There is a GPS setting of our mind. There too, you can avoid tolls. It might be the route less trodden but a journey worth embarking on.
Ready to be a Contrarian? Or, you prefer staying the course?
ENDS