Why does my brain over complicate things?
Why does my brain over complicate things?
In my experience, we complicate things for one main reason: because we are unwilling to deal with our own insecurities and short-comings. We then blame some other person or event, not ourselves, and that skews our reality. Let me give you a few examples.
How do I stop over complicating things?
How to stop overcomplicating things at work
- Start with the goal.
- Reject the ‘that’s the way we’ve always done it’ mindset.
- Limit your choices and focus your time.
- Let go and stop micromanaging.
- Give yourselves time to discover a simpler way.
Why do I always make things more complicated?
The brain keeps busy by understanding, solving, deciding, debating, arguing, influencing, growing, opine-ing or whining. It’s always working. This means that even if something is simple, our brain concludes that it can’t be that simple and proceeds to make it much more complicated (more stimulation).
How can I stop complicated thinking?
9 Ways to Stop Complicating Life and Start Living
- You’re a Work in Progress. Look, you’re a work in progress, and you likely always will be.
- Live Honestly.
- Communicate Clearly.
- Stop Being Too Materialistic.
- Don’t Waste Time Changing People.
- Reduce Exposure to Toxic People.
- Stop Procrastinating Everything.
- Learn How to Say No.
Why do humans complicate life?
The complexity bias is a reason why we humans lean towards complicating our lives rather than keeping things simple. When we are faced with too much information or we are in a state of confusion about something, we will naturally focus on the complexity of the issue rather than look for a simple solution.
How do you overcome bias complexity?
The most effective tool we have for overcoming complexity bias is Occam’s razor. Also known as the principle of parsimony, this is a problem-solving principle used to eliminate improbable options in a given situation. Occam’s razor suggests that the simplest solution or explanation is usually the correct one.
What makes your life complicated or miserable?
Being Constantly Worrying As humans, we are emotional beings. When we are stressed, angry, frustrated, or unhappy, our thoughts and emotions can have a significant influence on how we react and behave. The more you worry, the more complicated your life seems.