Attack Quote by Sheena Iyengar
“If you have the feeling of choice, if you feel free, you will be better off. And when I say better off I mean that if people feel they have control over their lives, they call in for fewer sick days from work. They have a lesser probability of having a heart attack or stroke. They live longer. They're happier.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Art of Choosing, 2013
Feeling free and in control improves health and longevity; perceived choice reduces stress, leading to fewer sick days and lower risk of serious illness.
In simple terms: Freedom improves health and happiness.
Cultivate a sense of personal choice.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- job design
- personal goal setting
- stress reduction techniques
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What daily habits increase perceived control?
- How does workplace autonomy affect health?
Choice alone cannot eliminate external constraints.