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Maximizer vs Satisficer Decision Making
Two approaches to decision-making: maximizers seek the absolute best option by extensive searching, while satisficers set a 'good enough' threshold and choose the first option that meets it.
Decision Rule
Maximizers optimize for best possible outcome but risk decision paralysis and regret. Satisficers optimize for good enough outcome with faster decisions and higher satisfaction.
How It Works
Maximizers suffer from endless comparison and FOMO, questioning decisions even after making them. Satisficers experience less regret because they don't constantly wonder about other options.
Failure Modes
Maximizers: Analysis paralysis, opportunity cost of extended search, post-decision regret
Satisficers: Potentially settling for suboptimal outcomes, missing better opportunities through insufficient search
Example Decision
“Choosing a restaurant: Maximizer spends 30 minutes researching reviews and still questions the choice. Satisficer picks first place with good ratings and good location, enjoys the meal without second-guessing.”
Related Knowledge
Dating is a skill that can be learned and improved systematically
Most dating failure comes from lack of knowledge and practice, not fundamental unchangeable factors
Most people try on the wrong things in dating
Basic effort applied to the right areas beats sophisticated effort applied to wrong areas
The Secretary Problem for Dating
A mathematical framework from optimal stopping theory that determines when to stop searching and commit to a dating partner, based on sampling 37% of your dating pool to establish a benchmark.
Date Like a Scientist
A systematic approach to dating that involves running experiments with different types of partners to discover who actually makes you happy long-term, rather than relying on preconceived notions of your 'type'.
F*ck the Spark Philosophy
A counter-intuitive approach to dating that rejects the requirement for immediate chemistry or 'sparks' and instead focuses on slow-burn connections that develop over time through compatibility and shared experiences.
Create a dating app profile that stands out from 90% of other profiles
Significantly more matches and meaningful conversations, dates with people you're actually compatible with