La maldición de tener demasiadas opciones: por qué nos cuesta decidir | Janani BM | TEDxGCEM

Los estudiantes y jóvenes profesionales a veces dedican tanto tiempo a buscar el curso, la carrera o la habilidad perfectos que nunca llegan a empezar. En esta charla de TEDxGCEM, la estudiante de ingeniería Janani BM analiza la sobrecarga de opciones, la comparación social y el miedo a cerrar otras puertas como causas de la parálisis para decidir. A partir de su experiencia y de la vida estudiantil, propone elegir una buena opción, comprometerse con ella por ahora y cambiar de rumbo al crecer.

• Por qué demasiadas opciones pueden paralizar la decisión
• La presión de elegir carrera, curso o habilidades
• Comprometerse con una buena opción sin cerrarse al cambio

Have you ever spent so much time choosing the perfect course, career, or skill that you never actually got started? In The Curse of Having Too Many Choices, Janani explores a challenge many students and young professionals face: the overwhelming pressure of making the right decision in a world full of possibilities. Drawing from her own experiences and the realities of student life, she examines how choice overload, social comparison, and the fear of closing other doors can lead to decision paralysis. From choosing a career path to deciding which skills to learn, the pursuit of the perfect choice can sometimes prevent us from making any choice at all. Janani challenges us to rethink our relationship with decisions. Instead of searching endlessly for the perfect path, she encourages us to make a good choice, commit to it for now, and give ourselves permission to change direction as we grow. Because having many options doesn't mean we have to pursue them all. Sometimes, freedom means choosing one path and taking the first step. “This one. For now.” Janani BM is an engineering student with a strong curiosity for learning and exploring experiences beyond academics. Passionate about public speaking and communication, she enjoys expressing ideas, participating in meaningful opportunities, and connecting with people. She is an IEEE Women in Engineering (WIE) Scholarship recipient and has actively contributed to IEEE initiatives. Her outreach idea was shortlisted under IEEE Bangalore Section – PRAVARTANA 2026, through which she contributed to a two-day STEM outreach programme for PU students. Beyond technology and academics, she enjoys reading and sports and has participated in athletics. Her diverse interests reflect her curiosity, enthusiasm, and willingness to step beyond familiar boundaries. She continually seeks experiences that challenge her, broaden her perspective, and encourage personal growth. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx