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Dr. Ginette Collazo discusses human error reduction and cognitive performance. The conversation explores topics such as how our thoughts shape our approach to life, the impact of emotions on decision-making, and the importance of designing our environments for success. Dr. Collazo provides tips for reducing emotional decision-making, identifying sunk costs, and creating new habits. She also discusses the Human Error Root Cause Determination Model and how it helps in understanding and mitigating errors in everyday life. The conversation concludes with tips for navigating major life changes and managing the overwhelming feeling of paralysis. In this conversation, Dr. Ginette Collazo discusses various strategies to enhance cognitive performance, reduce errors, and improve mental health. She emphasizes the importance of reflection, engaging in cognitive exercises, and taking breaks from technology. Dr. Collazo also highlights the value of using checklists to improve productivity and reduce errors. She suggests creating protocols and being disciplined in using checklists. Additionally, she discusses the significance of therapy in understanding root causes of emotions and reactions. Finally, Dr. Collazo emphasizes the importance of motivation and finding personal reasons to make positive changes in life.
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Story Notes:
- Our thoughts control our feelings, actions, and physical health.
- Emotional elements often play a role in decision-making, and it’s important to reduce emotional decision-making by taking time to sleep on decisions and seeking neutral opinions.
- Identifying and eliminating sunk costs is crucial for making rational decisions and avoiding unnecessary investments.
- Designing our environments for success can help reduce human errors, and creating new habits can improve performance.
- Memory can be unreliable, so using checklists and reminders is essential for critical tasks.
- Navigating major life changes can be overwhelming, but breaking tasks into smaller steps and focusing on progress can help manage the feeling of paralysis. Engaging in cognitive exercises and taking breaks from technology can enhance cognitive performance.
- Using checklists and protocols can improve productivity and reduce errors.
- Therapy can help individuals understand the root causes of their emotions and reactions.
- Motivation is key to making positive changes in life.
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