Why Do Some People Prefer ‘Big Decisions’ Over Small Ones?

Imagine you're choosing between a toy or candy, that's a small decision. Now imagine picking your future job or where to live, those are big decisions. Some people feel more excited by the bigger choices because they feel powerful and in control, like they're shaping their own life story.

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  1. Choosing between a pizza or a salad for dinner feels like a small decision.
  2. Picking which college to go to feels like a big decision.
  3. Some people get excited about deciding where they want to live in ten years.

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