Questions to Ask When Pondering a Big Life Choice

What’s the worst thing that can happen?

What’s the best thing that can happen?

How do I feel about this choice?

What doors will close if I pursue this choice?

Why am I hesitant or indecisive over making this choice?

If I don’t make this choice, will I always regret it?

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A few other ideas:

@chrisguillebeau which choice will I be most proud of 5 years from now?

— Jason Fitzgerald (@JasonFitz1) September 3, 2014

@chrisguillebeau why is this choice difficult? What are the long-term ramifications? Which can I truly live with?

— Amber Naslund (@AmberCadabra) September 3, 2014

@chrisguillebeau which choice will make the better story?

— Joel Runyon (@joelrunyon) September 3, 2014

@chrisguillebeau From Decisive by the Heath brothers: How will I feel in 10 days? months? years? What would I tell my best friend to do?

— Daniela Uslan (@DanielaUslan) September 3, 2014

@chrisguillebeau I ask myself “What do I really want to do?” -It’s easier for me if I take full responsibility for deciding.

— Mary Herbenick (@maryherbenick) September 3, 2014

…and feel free to add some of your own.

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Image: Martin