{"id":36202,"date":"2024-02-28T19:24:54","date_gmt":"2024-02-29T03:24:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.georgefox.edu\/dlgp\/?p=36202"},"modified":"2024-02-28T19:24:54","modified_gmt":"2024-02-29T03:24:54","slug":"effortless-and-effortful-mudah-dan-berusaha","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.georgefox.edu\/dlgp\/effortless-and-effortful-mudah-dan-berusaha\/","title":{"rendered":"Effortless and Effortful (Mudah dan Berusaha)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>It took me a while to get into this book, Thinking, Fast and Slow by Daniel Kahneman, a mix of science, psychology and interpretation of stories.<a href=\"#_ftn1\" name=\"_ftnref1\">[1]<\/a> I must admit that I did not completely get through the book, I felt rushed \u2013 I definitely want to read it slowly again. This is a fascinating book that unwraps the world of human cognition and decision-making through the concept of\u00a0<strong>two thinking systems<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<p><strong>System 1<\/strong>: Fast, intuitive, and emotional.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Effortless (automatic)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>System 2<\/strong>: Slower, more deliberative, and logical.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Effortful (demands mental ability for attention) <a href=\"#_ftn2\" name=\"_ftnref2\">[2]<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The book uncovers how these two systems shape our judgments, influence decision-making, and impact various aspects of our lives. Kahneman discusses topics such as overconfidence, cognitive biases, and the challenges of predicting future happiness. He provides practical insights to help readers make better choices and guard against mental glitches.<\/p>\n<p>In my own life both System 1 and System 2 play a big part as to how I manage everything around me and how I behave towards people daily. This book is useful for an ordinary person like me to manage my decisions, to have a sense of self-awareness and the outcomes. Pretty awesome! Reflecting my own behavior, both thinking systems have shaped my life and they will continue to shape me.<\/p>\n<p><em><u>System 2:<\/u><\/em><\/p>\n<p>When my husband (then boyfriend) extended an invitation for me to move to the United States with him, it became a profound decision. I engaged in prayer and meticulously weighed the pros and cons. Leaving behind my family, job, friends, ministry, and the familiar island where I grew up\u2014all of it required thoughtful consideration. Surprisingly, the weather did not sway me much (I happen to love Oregon\u2019s climate). However, there were legal aspects to address, including immigration paperwork and my first introduction to his family and their background.<\/p>\n<p>Driven by love, I embarked on a journey. Before committing fully, I visited my husband\u2019s family and friends to gauge the environment. Despite the warmth of summer, it was still chilly. Then, during a flight, I noticed a dime inscribed with the words \u201cIn God We Trust.\u201d It felt like a sign\u2014a moment of clarity. That was when I resolved to accept my husband\u2019s invitation and move to Oregon. It had been a year of deliberation, and as Daniel Kahneman describes, this decision required the effortful thinking of\u00a0<strong style=\"font-weight: var(--cib-type-subtitle2-stronger-font-weight)\">System 2.<\/strong><a href=\"#_ftn3\" name=\"_ftnref3\">[3]<\/a><\/p>\n<p>From System 2, my experience transitioned to System 1.<\/p>\n<p><em><u>System 1:<\/u><\/em><\/p>\n<p>Upon our returned from United States, my husband proposed to me. Effortless! I said yes\u2026 As described by Kahneman, system 2 thinking requires effortful thinking, but system 1 thinking is fast, intuitive, and emotional (effortless). It was a joyful moment for me and my family. It was predictable as knew my husband was going to propose.<\/p>\n<p>My experiences above involved both System 1 and System 2 thinking to make the decision to get married to a foreigner and move to the United States. In my scenario, these 2 systems are inter-related when making major decisions.<\/p>\n<p>Another fascinating topic, the topic about overconfidence interests me to look deeper into Kahneman, how does overconfidence affect our judgement? In an interview Kahneman explains.<a href=\"#_ftn4\" name=\"_ftnref4\">[4]<\/a> Overconfidence blinds us to our limitations, distorts our judgment, and influences our choices.<a href=\"#_ftn5\" name=\"_ftnref5\">[5]<\/a><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>The illusion of certainty: Overconfidence leads us to believe that our opinions, projections, and assessments are more accurate than they truly are. \u201cWe tend to be overly confident in our abilities to predict outcomes, even when faced with uncertainty.\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<ol start=\"2\">\n<li>Optimistic bias: We often underestimate risks and overestimate positive outcomes. \u201cFor instance, governments may believe that wars will be swiftly won or that capital projects will stay within budget, despite statistical evidence suggesting otherwise.\u201d<\/li>\n<li>False sense of control: Overconfidence fosters a false sense of control over events. \u201cPeople may think they have more influence over outcomes than they actually do. This can lead to poor decisions and unexpected consequences.<\/li>\n<li>Investment decisions: \u201cInvestors exhibit overconfidence by believing they can consistently beat the market. This bias can lead to risky investments and financial losses.\u201d<\/li>\n<li>Planning fallacy: Overconfidence affects our ability to estimate project completion times. \u201cWe tend to be overly optimistic about how quickly tasks can be accomplished, leading to delays and frustration.\u201d<\/li>\n<li>Confirmation bias: Overconfident individuals seek information that confirms their existing beliefs. \u201cThey ignore or downplay evidence that contradicts their views, reinforcing their overconfidence.\u201d<\/li>\n<li>Implications: Overconfidence can hinder learning and growth. \u201cRecognizing this bias is crucial for making better decisions and avoiding costly mistakes.\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>This book is rich with fascinating concepts, but I was having a hard time transitioning my understanding from Experienced utility and Decision Utility, to Experience and Memory and to Self. To sum it up, Kahneman\u2019s exploration of utility, memory, and the self provides profound insights into human behavior. By understanding these concepts, I gained tools to enhance decision making and self-awareness.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#_ftnref1\" name=\"_ftn1\">[1]<\/a> Daniel Kahneman,\u00a0<em>Thinking Fast and Slow<\/em>\u00a0(New Delhi: Penguin Random House, 2011).<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#_ftnref2\" name=\"_ftn2\">[2]<\/a> Kahneman. 20.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#_ftnref3\" name=\"_ftn3\">[3]<\/a> Kahneman. 20.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#_ftnref4\" name=\"_ftn4\">[4]<\/a> Daniel Kahneman, \u201cWhat would I Eliminate if I Had a Magic Wand? Overconfidence.\u201d Interview by David Shariatmadari, <em>The Guardian<\/em>, July 18, 2015, https:\/\/www.theguardian.com\/books\/2015\/Jul\/18\/daniel-kahneman\/.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#_ftnref5\" name=\"_ftn5\">[5]<\/a> Kahneman. 199-201.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It took me a while to get into this book, Thinking, Fast and Slow by Daniel Kahneman, a mix of science, psychology and interpretation of stories.[1] I must admit that I did not completely get through the book, I felt rushed \u2013 I definitely want to read it slowly again. 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