July 28: Razors to Live By
Four rules of thumb to simplify decision making.
Source: Sahil Bloom
Published: July 2022
Razors to Live By
A “razor” is a rule of thumb that simplifies decision making.
The Feynman Razor: If someone uses complicated jargon to explain something, they probably don’t understand it.
The Uphill Decision: When faced with two options, choose the one that’s more challenging in the short term.
Occam's Razor: The simplest explanation is often the best one.
The Invest vs. Spend Test: Prioritize investing time with meaningful activities rather than just spending time.
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I enjoyed every razor listed in this fact.
The Feynman Razor: If someone uses complicated jargon to explain something, they probably don’t understand it.
Great idea.