228. How to Make Decisions (Without Overthinking)

The Pleasure Project with Dana Skoglund · Dec 19, 2025 · 17m

We’re taught that great decision-making is about logic—more pros/cons, more research, more certainty. But neuroscience tells a different story: we don’t decide with logic alone. We decide with emotion. And when you’re struggling to choose, it’s often because you’re trying to avoid an uncomfortable feeling—regret, failure, judgment, disappointment, uncertainty.

In this episode, I break down why analysis paralysis happens, why waiting to feel confident is a trap, and how to make decisions from self-trust instead of fear.

You’ll walk away with a simple 3-step framework to help you decide faster…