Schwartz's work on choice and happiness

Schwartz's research explores how having many choices can impact our well-being. He found that while choice can seem empowering, too many options often lead to decision paralysis, increased dissatisfaction, and regret. This is because excessive options make it harder to select, and people tend to imagine better alternatives, diminishing their happiness with their actual choice. Schwartz suggests focusing on fewer, well-considered options can enhance satisfaction and reduce stress, promoting overall happiness. His work highlights the importance of simplifying choices to improve our mental well-being and decision-making experiences.