| A | B |
|---|
| A choice you make about what action to take | Decision |
| A decision you make every day; you barely have to think about them | Routine |
| A decision that has a lasting effect on your life; you want to think about them more carefully. | Major Decision |
| Something that stands in your way; these can be external or internal | Obstacle |
| The results or effects of your decision | Outcome |
| Being able or willing to change in order to suit different needs | Adaptability |
| Is your basic outlook on life | Attitude |
| An alternative course of action | Back-up plan |
| Is the series of steps that will help you identify and evaluate choices. | Decision Making Process |
| In this step you identify the decision you must make | Define Your Needs and Wants |
| In this step you carefully study what resources you have and how you will use them. | Analyze Your Resources |
| In this step you identify your possible choices. | Identify your options |
| In this step you find out as much as you can about your options. | Gather Information |
| In this step you judge your options' value and importance and compare them. | Evaluate Your Options |
| In this step, you decide. | Make a Decision |
| In this step, you figure out how you’re going to carry your decision and make it real. | Plan How to Reach Your Goal |
