Baba Shiv: Sometimes it's good to give up the driver's seat

The speaker shares a personal story about his wife's cancer diagnosis and the overwhelming decisions they faced. He questions the adage of being in control during decision-making and explores contexts where taking a passenger's seat might be beneficial. A study is described where participants solve puzzles after consuming tea, with results showing that those not in control (passengers) perform better. The concept of INCA (Immediate, Negative, Concrete feedback with Agency) is introduced, explaining why passengers might achieve better outcomes. The talk concludes with a reflection on the peace of mind gained by letting experts take control during his wife's treatment.

What was the most challenging aspect of the speaker's experience with his wife's cancer diagnosis?

• The lack of family history of cancer

• Making numerous medical decisions

• The initial shock of the diagnosis

• The hospital visits

In the study, what were participants required to do after consuming tea?

• Participate in a group discussion

• Solve a series of puzzles

• Complete a physical task

• Write an essay

What was the main finding of the study regarding decision-making?

• Participants who had tea chosen for them solved more puzzles

• Participants who chose their tea solved more puzzles

• There was no difference in puzzle-solving between groups

• Both groups performed equally well

What does the acronym INCA stand for in the context of the study?

• Immediate, Negative, Concrete, Agency

• Intuitive, Neutral, Complex, Action

• Innovative, Necessary, Creative, Approach

• Informed, Natural, Calculated, Analysis

How did the speaker and his wife approach decision-making during her treatment?

• They relied on family advice for decisions

• They made all decisions themselves

• They consulted multiple doctors but made final decisions

• They let the doctors make all the decisions

What was the speaker's conclusion about being in control during decision-making?

• Control is irrelevant to decision outcomes

• Being in control is only beneficial in certain contexts

• It's always best to be in control

• Control should be avoided in all situations

What positive update did the speaker share about his wife's health?

• Her cancer is in remission

• She has started a new job

• She is undergoing new treatment

• She is writing a book about her experience