| http://www.lifehacker.com/soft...h-your-subconscious-170318.php | Date: 4/28/2006 1:30 PM |
Blogger Itzy Sabo has an interesting post on the importance of your subconscious in the decision-making process.
When I have an important (or tough) problem to solve, I often afford myself the luxury of shelving it for a few days, even if I think I can already see a solution. During this time, I don't think about it and it does not weigh on my mind - I'm busy doing other things. Although I'm not consciously thinking about it, it percolates away in my subconscious, and a solution often announces itself when I least expect it.
Itzy's approach sounds similar to a previously-mentioned sleep on complex decisions suggestion. What do you think - is there something to letting your decisions "percolate," or is this just a bunch of hooey? Let us in on your problem solving process in the comments or at tips at lifehacker.com.
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