Text & chat prompt
Check your decision for hidden biases
Check your decision for hidden biases: a free, copy-paste prompt for ChatGPT, Gemini and Claude. Paste the prompt and replace each [BRACKETED] field with your own details.
The prompt
I am about to decide: [DECISION]. My reasoning: [REASONING] What I want to happen: [PREFERENCE] Review my reasoning for cognitive biases such as confirmation bias, sunk cost, overconfidence and anchoring. Quote the parts that show each one, then give me five questions to ask myself and the evidence that would prove me wrong.
Pro tip: Ask someone you trust to challenge the same points; the AI cannot see your real incentives.
How to use this prompt
- Open ChatGPT and start a new chat.
- Paste the prompt.
- Replace each [BRACKETED] field with your real details and paste in your own text where asked.
- Reply with follow-ups such as "make it shorter" or "make it sound more like me".
Prompt at a glance
- Category
- Text & chat
- Works with
- ChatGPT · Gemini · Claude
- Length
- 53 words
- Fields to fill in
- DECISION, REASONING, PREFERENCE
- Last updated
Frequently asked questions
Which AI tools work with this prompt?
It is written for ChatGPT, Gemini and Claude. Paste it into your preferred tool and adjust the wording if the result is off.
What do I need to fill in?
Replace these fields before you send it: DECISION, REASONING, PREFERENCE. Each field shows an example in the prompt.
Should I paste private information into the prompt?
Only what the task needs. Remove names, contact details and other sensitive data before pasting a resume or document into any AI tool.
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