According to Psychology Today people often approach decision making from two main perspectives. The first is in reaction to familiar situations in which a person will often use instinct and experience to reach a quick decision.
The second is in reaction to a new situation in which a person must think more in depth and take more time. (https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/basics/decision-making).
1. Visualize the Outcome
When faced with making a decision that will impact your future life it is important to deeply consider the ramifications. Try to envisage what will likely come of making this decision and determine if this outcome is what you would be happy with. Ask yourself if there is any chance that making this decision may lead to regret.
2. Do Your Homework
A decision may seem logical and like it could make you happy based on your emotions and feelings but sometimes there is more to it. Once we make a decision there will be steps to take and things that need to be done.
This is why we need to educate ourselves when making important decisions. There may be difficult steps ahead that require us to learn new skills or be ready to face daunting challenges. Research the important factors of your decision before you finally settle on this option.
3. Weigh All of Your Options
You may have an option in front of you that seems like it will make all your dreams come true but is it the only one worth pursuing? The answer is, not always. The shiny object isn’t always gold, it's important to look critically at your options before settling on one course of action.
There may be multiple paths to your goal, some may take longer but will be easier in the long run. Others may get you to your destination quickly but leave you drained, exhausted and regretting your decision. So always remember to weigh all of your options before diving on with the first that comes along.
4. Prepare for Pushback
Sometimes when we do something for ourselves there may well be family or friends who disagree with your decision. In an ideal world everyone would support the decisions of others but the world is far from ideal.
People may try to say the decision is wrong and attempt to make you change your mind. This may come from a place where they are concerned for you but it could also be jealousy or a need to try and control you.
It is important to be prepared that not everyone will agree with your choices in life. This may cause stress and strain on relationships. Ultimately though if you are making a decision that will lead to a better, more contented life for you and those you love then do not let the haters deter you. It’s okay to listen to advice because sometimes that is helpful but if all that is presented is criticism and no solutions this needs to be shut out.
5. Be Willing to Alter Course
There may be bumps along the road so it is important to have flexibility in your decisions. Steel yourself that you may hit roadblocks but you can if you try to work around them.
6. Trust Your Decisions
The final important tip to make positive life decisions that will be best for you is to trust yourself. It will take confidence and motivation to help you work toward your goal. Once you make your decision, come what may trust that you made the right choice.
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