The paradox of choice | Barry Schwartz | TED

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What it covers

Psychologist Barry Schwartz argues in this TED talk that abundant choice makes people more paralyzed and dissatisfied rather than freer and happier. It is for a general viewer who does not plan to take a prerequisite first.

Video details

Channel

TED

Length

20 min 23 sec

Year

2007

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