Problem Solving
This is the first step in solving any problem.
What is identifying the problem?
This is the act of calming yourself before making a decision in a stressful situation.
What is self-soothing?
Goals should be this: Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound.
What is SMART?
This decision-making process considers both positive and negative outcomes before acting.
What is weighing the pros and cons?
You’re deciding between doing your homework or watching TV. What should you consider first?
What are priorities?
A strategy where you brainstorm possible solutions to a problem before choosing one.
What is brainstorming?
The ability to identify and name your feelings accurately is called this.
What is emotional awareness?
This type of goal focuses on short-term achievements.
What is short-term goals?
Ignoring potential risks in decision-making can lead to these unintended results.
What are negative consequences?
You’re angry during an argument. What is one way to calm down before responding?
What is taking deep breaths?
Breaking a large problem into smaller, more manageable parts is known as this.
What is chunking?
A technique where you count to 10 before reacting emotionally to a situation.
What is pausing or the "count-to-10 rule"?
Writing down your goals makes you this percentage more likely to achieve them.
What is 42%?
This phrase describes when short-term benefits outweigh long-term consequences.
What is short-term gratification?
A friend asks you to skip class. What strategy can help you make the right decision?
What is considering the long-term consequences?
This decision-making tool involves listing advantages and disadvantages to determine the best course of action.
What is a pros and cons list?
The ability to recognize, understand, and manage your own emotions is called this.
What is emotional intelligence?
When setting goals, this term refers to identifying obstacles that may arise and planning for them.
What is contingency planning?
The ability to foresee the impact of your decision on others is an example of this.
What is empathy?
You’re offered a job, but it conflicts with an important school commitment. What should you evaluate?
What are your goals and responsibilities?
Common challenges of decision making.
- Fear
- Lack of info
- Overthinking of procrastination
- Pressure from external factors
This mindfulness practice can help you regulate emotions and make more thoughtful decisions.
What is meditation?
Long-term goals should align with this, which includes your values and aspirations.
What is vision or purpose?
This is a systematic approach to evaluating the risks and rewards of a decision.
What is risk assessment?
You want to save money but also want to buy a new video game. What decision-making method could you use?
What is budgeting or delayed gratification?