Should you buy that car? Where should you live next year? What do you want to major in? Which dress should you buy?
Decisions factor into our lives each and every day and some of these decisions are little, while others are major and can be considered to be life-changing events. Sometimes the decision making process can make us anxious, fearful, and resentful, fearing that we will choose the wrong option. In the end, there are a few tips and tricks to practice in order to figure out which decision really is best for you? Isn’t that great? There are literally activities you can do which help surface your inner-most feelings regarding any matter!
Flip a coin.
But not just any coin. No, instead, assign “heads” to one decision, and “tails” to another. Tell yourself whatever side the coin lands on, you will choose that option. Then toss the coin in the air. For a fleeting second, your heart will hope and wish what side you want it to land on. You don’t need to actually look at the coin once it falls. Your heart just told you what direction to go in.
Dream on it.
Before going to sleep, lie in bed, and think of the problem. Think of the different solutions. Ask yourself what you want. The next morning, think of any dreams that you might have had or what you are feeling now in terms of a decision. Sometimes, our hearts speak to us when we are floating in and out of consciousness.
Say it out loud.
Which decision do you feel comfortable sharing right now to all of your friends? Why do you feel comfortable? If it were a true decision that you know you feel great about, you would have no problem sharing it with the world and keeping your word on your decision.
Play it in 5’s.
Think about the question and situation upon which you are pondering. Ask yourself what is the right answer to the situation in 5 minutes. Then ask yourself the same question but for 5 days. Then, 5 months. Next, 5 years. This way, you can see a big picture regarding the question you are asking yourself, helping you to come to a consensus on a peaceful solution.
By: Alia Barbano-George
Photo By: Eric Matsuzaki
