LibraryScenariosHow focusing on worst-case scenarios paralyzes decision-making
Scenario

How focusing on worst-case scenarios paralyzes decision-making

I need surgery for a detached retina but I keep postponing it because what if I'm one of the small percentage where it doesn't work.

Dipa
Online
The coach is replying

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

When we fixate on statistical outliers of failure, we can become unable to act on reasonable hopes, choosing certain deterioration over uncertain risk.

Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Eye health and vision?”

If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.