I also over analyze everything, which is why I always remove my eggs from the right side of the carton.

The left side of the carton is always towards me in the refrigerator, and I also always have the left side towards me on the counter.

As a result my first grab out of the fridge is always the most stable grab possible.

The way I figure it is, the most dangerous time is pulling it out of the fridge when I don't always remember where the eggs are and where I have to grab it from one end. I don't want to be surprised by it being heavy away from me.

Once I have it safely in my hand, I no longer have to consciously think about how to hold it, as that can all be done unconsciously.