We can mitigate regret by Adopting the standards of a satisficer rather than a maximizer. Reducing the number of options we consider before making a decision. Practicing gratitude for what is good in a decision rather than focusing on our disappointments with what is bad.
In "The Paradox of Choice," Barry Schwartz discusses how we can alleviate feelings of regret by embracing a satisficer mindset instead of a maximizer one. Satisficers make decisions that meet their needs without demanding perfection, which helps to reduce anxiety around choices. By narrowing down the options we evaluate, we lessen the potential for subsequent regret over our decisions.
Moreover, Schwartz highlights the importance of gratitude in decision-making. By focusing on the positive aspects of our choices and what we appreciate about them, we can shift our attention away from the negatives, thereby minimizing disappointment. This approach encourages a more content and fulfilling experience, reinforcing the idea that less can indeed be more.
