The ancient trick to better decision making

Do you ever talk to yourself? Don’t worry we won't judge you!But have you ever tried talking to yourself in the third person?

It may sound like you’re narrating your own life like a sports commentator, but it turns out that this ancient technique, called illeism, could be the key to unlocking better decision-making and greater emotional control.

According to research, referring to yourself in the third person can help you gain a new perspective on your thoughts and emotions. When you talk about yourself in this way, you're essentially looking at yourself from an outsider's perspective. It’s about stepping out of your own shoes. This can give you a more objective view of the situation and help you make better decisions.

As someone who's always looking for ways to improve my decision-making and emotional regulation, I decided to give this technique a try. At first, it felt a little awkward talking about myself in the third person. But once I got used to it, I found it to be incredibly helpful. 

For example, let's say I was feeling really angry about something that had happened at work. Instead of saying "I'm so angry," I would say "Afsheen is really angry right now." By doing this, I was able to distance myself from the situation and look at it more objectively. This helped me to manage my emotions more effectively and come up with a better solution. 

But illeism isn't just useful for managing emotions. It can also help with decision-making. By referring to yourself in the third person, you can take yourself out of the equation and look at the decision from a more neutral standpoint. This can help you make a more rational and informed decision.

Of course, we’re not suggesting you talk about yourself in the third person all the time. That would be a little weird! But it's an interesting technique to keep in mind when you're facing a tough decision or struggling with your emotions.

So, give it a try! The next time you're feeling overwhelmed or trying to make a tough decision, try referring to yourself in the third person. It might just be the ancient trick you need to help you think more wisely.

You got this!

Outsight