
The Sunk Cost Fallacy: Why We Continue With Decisions That No Longer Work
The Sunk Cost Fallacy is the tendency to continue investing in something because of the time, money, or effort already spent, even when moving on would be a better decision. It can influence workplace decisions, learning approaches, and everyday choices. This article explores the psychology behind the Sunk Cost Fallacy and how learning experiences can help people recognise ineffective decisions, respond to feedback, and make better choices about what to do next.






