The Backup Plan Paradox
A study reveals that having a backup plan can lead to decreased motivation and performance, as participants who considered alternatives worked less hard and solved fewer puzzles. This raises a critical question about the balance between safety nets and the drive to succeed. Awareness of this tendency may help mitigate its effects, but the challenge remains on how to maintain motivation while providing oneself with a safety net.In this clip
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Hidden Brain
Episode 8: Back Up Plans
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