How to Make Up Your Mind
Making certain decisions, like whether or not to lose weight or file for divorce, can be difficult. Make the right choice and make up your mind.
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You Will Need
- Paper
- Pen
- Goals
- Focus
- Friends and family
Steps
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Step 1
Do not make decisions
Do not make any decisions when you are upset.
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Make sure you are calm and thinking clearly before you begin.
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Step 2
Focus
Write down your options on the piece of paper. Focus on which options are in your best interest.
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Step 3
Write
Write down the problem and what is causing the problem to exist.
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Step 4
Look
Look at your goals and what challenges or opportunities exist with each option.
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Step 5
Talk with others
Talk with others who may be affected by your decision.
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Step 6
Listen
Listen to what others have to say and see if there are different alternatives that you may not have thought of.
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Step 7
Make a decision
Make up your mind and make a decision you can live with.
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