While you may not think about it, your mind goes through a series of six steps, or questions, when you make a decision. These steps are listed below.

1. Situations: Why do you need to make a decision?
2. Goals: What do you need to happen?
3. Choices: What are your options or the alternatives?
4. Consequences: What could happen?
5. Decision: What will you do?
6. Think About It: Did you make the right decision?