cognitive miserliness

Cognitive miserliness refers to the tendency of our minds to use minimal mental effort when processing information, often relying on shortcuts or heuristics rather than thorough analysis. This saves energy and time but can lead to biases and errors in judgment. Essentially, our brains prefer to take the easy route to make decisions quickly, especially when faced with complex problems or limited resources. While efficient, this approach can sometimes cause us to overlook important details or jump to conclusions, impacting our reasoning and decision-making.