6 steps to good decision making

We all have a voice in our head that controls our lives. This voice tells us what to do, how to be and how to feel. Although this sound can have a strong impact on our lives, it is not always good. The problem with this voice is that it is often rooted in our fears and insecurities. To satisfy our desire to feel safe, we can listen to this voice and act on what it says; because we are afraid to make a mistake or stay in a difficult situation. Do you think this voice always tells the truth? Is it really reliable?

The solution is simple: Learn to listen to your heart as well as your mind. When you do this, you will find yourself making better decisions and learning more about what makes you happy.

What I have said may seem too romantic to you, but what moves us to the heart is actually the result of a cognitive-affective process, which shows that as a result of scientific research, people can feel micro-changes in their body. Research shows that bodily cues are emotional triggers and that these emotions drive decision making. In general, the heart and mind work together. So what are the 6 steps of a healthy decision making process?

1. Identify or describe the problem or opportunity

What is the problem? What is the decision problem? Is this a case in your jurisdiction?

2. Identification of obstacles

What factors prevent you from making this decision or making a decision on this issue? Identify the conditions that are hindering your progress.

3. Alternative development

Sometimes one solution is not enough. I suggest that you identify several alternatives and paths. There should always be an option.

4. Choosing one of the alternatives

Choose the most likely. Which one is the most in your mind and heart?

5. Implementation of the solution

Apply your solution.

6. Evaluation of the solution

Have you made the right decision? If yes, great. If not, don’t worry. Your other options are still with you.

So why 6 steps? Because one of the hardest things for people and their nature is to be limited. A superficial and inflexible perspective is one of the main causes of spiritual change. Unfortunately, the current system does not teach the alternative phenomenon of this emotional and cognitive rigidity. That is why everyone feels that he has one chance on many issues in this life. And that feeling can be both very limiting and very painful. Your mind and heart are the best companions you have been given. And they always have a way if they use the right language.

Love,

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