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.

1. The Feynman Razor: If someone uses complicated jargon to explain something, they probably don’t understand it.

2. The Uphill Decision: When faced with two options, choose the one that’s more challenging in the short term.

3. Occam's Razor: The simplest explanation is often the best one.

4. The Invest vs. Spend Test: Prioritize investing time with meaningful activities rather than just spending time.

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