The outcomes of most of our decisions happen after a long period of time, but we sometimes agonize over decision making for fear of not making a “good decision.”
But what is a “good decision?
Here’s one definition…
“A good decision is one that is made deliberately and thoughtfully, considers and includes all relevant factors, is consistent with the individual’s philosophy and values, and can be explained clearly to significant others.”
With that said….. whether you agree or not, decision making can be stressful and one decision can change your life!
Here are 4 R’s to help you improve your decision making :
- Regret – what will you regret if you fail to act?
- Repeal – How difficult will it be to reverse course?
- Repercussions – Who and what else is affected by your decision?
- Resilience – What impact will the decision have on your ability…. and that of other parties affected…. to recover quickly?
At times you have to make a decision, doing the best you can with the little information you have.
These 4 R’s can help you reduce stress and increase the odds of successful decisions during tough and stressful times.
I believe that most of the time…. deep down inside, we really know what to do. You may have a “gut” feeling of what is right for you.
But fear or the need for reassurance holds us back.
The future is unsure….. there are no crystal balls and no way to accurately tell what will happen after you decide. .
At the end of the day, depending on your attitude, whatever you decide can be beneficial to you….
You will reap the rewards of a good outcome or you can learn from the experience.
“The problem, simply put, is that we cannot choose everything simultaneously. So we live in danger of becoming paralyzed by indecision, terrified that every choice might be the wrong choice.” ― Elizabeth Gilbert
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Until next time…..
Althea
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