The Decisive By Nature System

The Decisive By Nature system uses the analogy of an outdoor adventure to simplify the decision-making process.

In a nutshell, here are the 10 steps in the Decisive By Nature system:

1. Identify your destination

Establish what you value most. Create a vision for your life. This is your map.

2. Organize a group

Trying to make an important decision alone is going to leave your head spinning. Create a carefully selected network of support.

3. Get in shape

Big decisions usually mean big changes. Make sure you are taking good care of yourself during this time. Consciously choose to conserve and build your personal energy and health.

4. Gather reserves

If you have a surplus of money, time, support and other resources, you can much better afford to make mistakes. This takes a lot of the risk out of decision making.

5. Do your homework

Find out what you need to know. Brainstorm alternatives–there are almost certainly more options than you’d initially consider. Weigh the pros and cons. Look at the worst-case and best-case scenarios.

6. Pucker up your pluck

You’re going out on a limb. Take on an attitude of adventure and flexibility!

7. Put one foot in front of the other

Make a tentative decision and start taking even small steps in the direction you think you want to go. The path will unfold as you walk it.

8. Pack out your trash

As you start to follow through on your decision, you’re likely to encounter fears, limiting beliefs and other internal obstacles. There are many ways to overcome them, and you will need to do that in order to move forward.

9. Take rest breaks

Make it a habit to let go of your decision for a time. You’ll be amazed at the insights that come when you’re not looking for them. Allow time to check in with your intuition and emotions.

10. Return home

Wherever you go, there you are. Beneath whatever changes you’re undergoing is a consistent, unchangeable YOU. After you’ve made some forward progress on your decision, take time to reflect on how far you’ve come as well as how you’ve stayed the same.

There are many facets to each of these steps and specific activities to guide you through the process. I will soon be offering an online self-study and coaching program that will walk you through all of the steps in depth. Sign up here to receive updates.