Therapy Bits

How can you be sure when making a decision? And we know all decisions have consequences. If, currently, you’re facing a difficult choice, then it might help if you think about the following:

1. Ask yourself if you think you will look back and feel proud of yourself, or happy with your decision, in a month, a year, or 10 years from now.

What (if any) regrets might you have? This should influence the choice you make.

2. Think about the strategies you have used when making decisions in the past. What worked, and what didn’t work? Why do you think this was the case? Apply this information to your current decision.

3. Try to quieten the voices around you and simply listen to your own heart and mind. No-one knows you like you know yourself.

4. Take your time. Rushed decisions are rarely good decisions. Don’t act in haste.