Making decisions is a normal human pattern of our daily lives. Most of the time we are even unawared of the fact that we are making a decision, like when we are choosing the clothes to wear or what to eat. For many people around the world there is still no such possibility as to choose from a number of options; therefore, having several choices, could be regarded as a luxury.
However, numerous factors can affect the choices we make without us realizing their effect on us. Psichologists have found that excessive choices can have a negative effect on us, the reason is linked to human psychology: when we have too many options we fear choosing the wrong one, resulting in cognitive overload.
Answer: Alexander the Great was reckless, self-indulgent and inconsistent, causing a loss of loyalty by his men and officers. He had always had a violent temper and been rash, impulsive and stubborn. The drinking made these traits worse. He began to press his men too hard.