Rewards and Costs

Rewards and costs are two key factors that influence our decisions and behaviors. Rewards are the positive outcomes or benefits we gain from a choice, like happiness, success, or comfort. Costs are the negatives or sacrifices involved, such as effort, time, money, or risk. When making decisions, people naturally weigh the potential rewards against the costs to determine if the choice is worth it. Ideally, a decision is favorable when the expected rewards outweigh the costs, leading to a feeling of satisfaction or value.