How can I learn to make good decisions Consistently?
Our lives will be better than they would be otherwise if we make wise choices. We can learn about how to make good decisions by anticipating the future, examining the past, thoughtfully considering our options, and utilizing life principles that are proven to work.
How can you learn about how life works to make more intentional choices?
Look Ahead and Pick Your Battles
We make dozens of choices each day on what task to focus on next and how to use our time. If you keep your eyes on where you want to go in life, you will get better at identifying the goals and issues that are most important. That knowledge helps you make good decisions.
Take Time to Learn About “Real Life”
We learn some things in school or at our jobs, but where do we learn about real life? We can get insight from what did and didn’t work in the past. But we also have a tremendous opportunity to benefit from the experiences and wisdom of others if we take the time to learn.
Use a Process to Make Wise Choices
There is a simple process to help us make good decisions: (a) pause to step back from the emotions in the moment, (b) evaluate options, and (c) thoughtfully choose which way to go. By anticipating outcomes and consequences of your choices, you will make better ones.
Here are some resources to help you get educated on how real life works:
- What To Do Next
- A Course in Real Life
- How to Manage Stress and Find Encouragement
- Manage Your Mind and Make Good Choices
- 10 Ways to Make Wise Choices
- A Happy New Year From Living More Intentionally
Next Right Steps: Pick an area of your life to practice using the techniques above to live intentionally.
