I Just Can’t Decide!: Exploring the Challenge of Making Choices

I Just Can’t Decide!: Exploring the Challenge of Making Choices
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Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Total Pages : 29
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ISBN-10 : 9781000569360
ISBN-13 : 1000569365
Rating : 4/5 (60 Downloads)

Synopsis I Just Can’t Decide!: Exploring the Challenge of Making Choices by : Anita Kate Garai

To get the full Being With Our Feelings experience, this book can be purchased alongside the guidebook. All books can be purchased together as a set, Being With Our Feelings: Guidebook and Four Storybooks Set, 978-0-367-77231-4. This colourful, engaging, gender neutral story, introduces the reader to a child overwhelmed with all of life’s choices. Should they sit with their friends or befriend someone new? Should they share what they know or keep it to themselves? Should they listen to their heart or follow the crowd? Written with honesty and a clear youth voice, I Just Can’t Decide!: looks at the challenge of making choices champions the courage to make your own choices promotes listening to your heart, intuition and body, in addition to your mind teaches children about conscious behaviour and self-reflection explores ideas of integrity, values and right action ends with a mindful reflection, to help children explore and be with their feelings. This book is essential reading for teachers, parents, or anyone working with children, who wishes to empower young people to make good choices, with sensitivity and self-awareness.

How to Decide

How to Decide
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Publisher : Pearson UK
Total Pages : 127
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ISBN-10 : 9780273770862
ISBN-13 : 0273770861
Rating : 4/5 (62 Downloads)

Synopsis How to Decide by : Jonathan Herring

Save time, energy and life-sapping stress with this gloriously simple, clever and highly effective guide to painless and efficient decision making. This light-hearted and practical guide will help you turn your indecision into positive, assertive action. Guiding you through the entire decision making process, it is packed with clever tips and tricks to help you make the right decision, quickly, first time, every time. From work to buying a house; from choosing a holiday to choosing a partner; from the exciting and life-changing big decisions, to the more mundane little niggles that clutter everyday life – every type of decision is covered.

The Paradox of Choice

The Paradox of Choice
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Publisher : Harper Collins
Total Pages : 308
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ISBN-10 : 9780061748998
ISBN-13 : 0061748994
Rating : 4/5 (98 Downloads)

Synopsis The Paradox of Choice by : Barry Schwartz

Whether we're buying a pair of jeans, ordering a cup of coffee, selecting a long-distance carrier, applying to college, choosing a doctor, or setting up a 401(k), everyday decisions—both big and small—have become increasingly complex due to the overwhelming abundance of choice with which we are presented. As Americans, we assume that more choice means better options and greater satisfaction. But beware of excessive choice: choice overload can make you question the decisions you make before you even make them, it can set you up for unrealistically high expectations, and it can make you blame yourself for any and all failures. In the long run, this can lead to decision-making paralysis, anxiety, and perpetual stress. And, in a culture that tells us that there is no excuse for falling short of perfection when your options are limitless, too much choice can lead to clinical depression. In The Paradox of Choice, Barry Schwartz explains at what point choice—the hallmark of individual freedom and self-determination that we so cherish—becomes detrimental to our psychological and emotional well-being. In accessible, engaging, and anecdotal prose, Schwartz shows how the dramatic explosion in choice—from the mundane to the profound challenges of balancing career, family, and individual needs—has paradoxically become a problem instead of a solution. Schwartz also shows how our obsession with choice encourages us to seek that which makes us feel worse. By synthesizing current research in the social sciences, Schwartz makes the counter intuitive case that eliminating choices can greatly reduce the stress, anxiety, and busyness of our lives. He offers eleven practical steps on how to limit choices to a manageable number, have the discipline to focus on those that are important and ignore the rest, and ultimately derive greater satisfaction from the choices you have to make.

Decide

Decide
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Publisher : Repossible
Total Pages : 79
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ISBN-10 :
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Rating : 4/5 ( Downloads)

Synopsis Decide by : Bradley Charbonneau

Do you realize how much energy we use by not making a decision? What if you had all of that power? The answer is simple–yet not always easy. In this short-and-powerful book, you’ll discover: -- How to stop procrastinating and make the decision–on a regular basis. -- How to celebrate your decisions–so you don’t go back on them. -- How to use your mind, heart, and gut to find the best solution–and stick to it. The author, Bradley Charbonneau, often gets the question: “Which of your 12-book Repossible series is the most important?” He answers: Decide. We’re going to be a little blunt here: Imagine a fork in the road. One path leads to success, the other to failure. Sure, maybe the road to failure eventually leads to success. But which one do you take? It seems simple, doesn’t it? Imagine experiencing these emotions on a regular basis: -- Clarity -- Courage -- Confidence -- Relief -- Joy Then imagine NOT feeling these emotions as often: -- Frustration -- Overwhelm -- Fear -- Doubt -- Regret This is a simple book. It’s short. Yet it’s powerful–if you learn how to decide. Make the decision to buy your copy of “Decide” today! (See what i did there? ;-))

HBR Guide to Making Better Decisions

HBR Guide to Making Better Decisions
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Publisher : Harvard Business Press
Total Pages : 152
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ISBN-10 : 9781633698161
ISBN-13 : 1633698165
Rating : 4/5 (61 Downloads)

Synopsis HBR Guide to Making Better Decisions by : Harvard Business Review

Learn how to make better; faster decisions. You make decisions every day--from prioritizing your to-do list to choosing which long-term innovation projects to pursue. But most decisions don't have a clear-cut answer, and assessing the alternatives and the risks involved can be overwhelming. You need a smarter approach to making the best choice possible. The HBR Guide to Making Better Decisions provides practical tips and advice to help you generate more-creative ideas, evaluate your alternatives fairly, and make the final call with confidence. You'll learn how to: Overcome the cognitive biases that can skew your thinking Look at problems in new ways Manage the trade-offs between options Balance data with your own judgment React appropriately when you've made a bad choice Communicate your decision--and overcome any resistance Arm yourself with the advice you need to succeed on the job, from a source you trust. Packed with how-to essentials from leading experts, the HBR Guides provide smart answers to your most pressing work challenges.

Being With Our Feelings - A Mindful Approach to Wellbeing for Children: A Teaching Toolkit

Being With Our Feelings - A Mindful Approach to Wellbeing for Children: A Teaching Toolkit
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Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Total Pages : 205
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ISBN-10 : 9781000569322
ISBN-13 : 1000569322
Rating : 4/5 (22 Downloads)

Synopsis Being With Our Feelings - A Mindful Approach to Wellbeing for Children: A Teaching Toolkit by : Anita Kate Garai

To get the full Being With Our Feelings experience, this book can be purchased alongside the storybooks. All books can be purchased together as a set, Being With Our Feelings: Guidebook and Four Storybooks Set, 978-0-367-77231-4. A vital resource, full of practical advice for developing and nurturing children’s emotional, mental and physical wellbeing, this toolkit offers a range of easily implementable, creative options to teach young people how to be with their feelings, themselves and each other with acceptance, kindness and compassion. Using storytelling, movement, drama, art, spoken word, guided meditations and providing plenty of photocopiable and visual aids, the Being With Our Feelings toolkit is a must-have resource for ensuring a mindful, embodied approach to wellbeing. Centred around the teaching of seven key principles carefully designed to develop healthy relationships with our feelings, this toolkit provides a comprehensive and progressive framework (suggested for Years 3-6), as well as the flexibility to suit the needs of any school, group or individual, Each key is unpacked through a main teaching activity with clear teaching points, followed by mindful reflections, creative explorations and opportunities to apply learning using the accompanying storybooks. With opportunities for assessing understanding and progression throughout, this toolkit follows a TEARS structure – teaching and exploring, applying, reviewing and self-evaluating. Being With Our Feelings encourages: increased emotional, mental, and physical wellbeing more conscious behaviour, reduced bullying and healthier relationships greater compassion, empathy and kindness an understanding of integrity and values a diverse feelings culture an established feelings language a space for freedom and creativity of expression including using imagery, sound and movement all-inclusive wellbeing rituals and routines that embody the energy and sensation of feelings Whether you are a teacher or school leader looking to develop your wellbeing curriculum or a caring adult looking to help children to be with all their feelings in a healthy way, this accessible book will enable you to support children’s enhanced development through a greater sense of self-worth and acceptance.

The Art of Decision Making

The Art of Decision Making
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Publisher : Watkins Media Limited
Total Pages : 255
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ISBN-10 : 9781786782960
ISBN-13 : 1786782960
Rating : 4/5 (60 Downloads)

Synopsis The Art of Decision Making by : Joseph Bikart

Drawing insights from philosophy, psychology, literature, and theology, a longtime executive business coach explores how and why we make the decisions we do What is it that makes some of us better—or worse—than others at committing to a choice? What are the forces that hold us back, and how can we successfully overcome them? Every facet of our lives depends on the decisions we make. Yet, how often do we pause to reflect on our ability to make the best and smartest choices? The key is how we confront and refine the decision-making process. Here, Joseph Bikart explores the intricacies of decision making, challenging us to understand why we make the choices we do. He explores how the true power of decisions, especially the toughest among them, help us to face our fears and may in turn change how we think about ourselves. Breaking his study into four clear parts and short practical essays, Bikart presents a lively and compelling exploration of the process of decision making. He covers: • Indecision, Indecision: What makes us indecisive? What holds us back and why? • Where Art Thou?: How and where we get stuck and the importance of relaxing one's grip. • The Momentum of Decisiveness: Keeping our focus and proactivity. • The Deciding Mind: Making our smartest choices. Drawing from such different fields as philosophy, psychology, neurology, literature, art history and theology, The Art of Decision Making takes us on a journey from the depths of procrastination to the elation of decision making. Presenting a fresh perspective on what to do at the proverbial fork in the road, Bikart's unique philosophy is insightful, thought provoking, and potentially life-changing.

Smart Choices

Smart Choices
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Publisher : Harvard Business School Press
Total Pages : 256
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ISBN-10 : 1633691047
ISBN-13 : 9781633691049
Rating : 4/5 (47 Downloads)

Synopsis Smart Choices by : John S. Hammond

Where should I live? Is it time to get a new job? Which job candidate should I hire? What business strategy should I pursue? We spend the majority of our lives making decisions, both big and small. Yet, even though our success is largely determined by the choices that we make, very few of us are equipped with useful decision-making skills. Because of this, we often approach our choices tentatively, or even fearfully, and avoid giving them the time and thought required to put our best foot forward. In Smart Choices, John Hammond, Ralph Keeney, and Howard Raiffa--experts with over 100 years of experience resolving complex decision problems--offer a proven, straightforward, and flexible roadmap for making better and more impactful decisions, and offer the tools to achieve your goals in every aspect of your life. Their step-by-step, divide-and conquer approach will teach you how to: * Evaluate your plans * Break your potential decision into its key elements * Identify the key drivers that are most relevant to your goals * Apply systematic thinking * Use the right information to make the smartest choice Smart Choices doesn’t tell you what to decide; it tells you how. As you routinely use the process, you’ll become more confident in your ability to make decisions at work and at home. And, more importantly, by applying its time-tested methods, you’ll make better decisions going forward. Be proactive. Don’t wait until a decision is forced on you--or made for you. Seek out decisions that advance your long-term goals, values, and beliefs. Take charge of your life by making Smart Choices a lifetime habit.

The Five Life Decisions

The Five Life Decisions
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Publisher : University of Chicago Press
Total Pages : 211
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ISBN-10 : 9780226354583
ISBN-13 : 022635458X
Rating : 4/5 (83 Downloads)

Synopsis The Five Life Decisions by : Robert T. Michael

Choices matter. And in your teens and twenties, some of the biggest life decisions come about when you feel the least prepared to tackle them. Economist Robert T. Michael won’t tell you what to choose. Instead, he’ll show you how to make smarter choices. Michael focuses on five critical decisions we all face about college, career, partners, health, and parenting. He uses these to demonstrate how the science of scarcity and choice—concepts used to guide major business decisions and shape national legislation—can offer a solid foundation for our own lives. Employing comparative advantage can have a big payoff when picking a job. Knowing how to work the marketplace can minimize uncertainty when choosing a partner. And understanding externalities—the ripple of results from our actions—can clarify the if and when of having children. Michael also brings in data from the National Longitudinal Survey of Youth, a scientific sample of 18 million millennials in the United States that tracks more than a decade of young adult choices and consequences. As the survey’s longtime principal investigator and project director, Michael shows that the aggregate decisions can help us understand what might lie ahead along many possible paths—offering readers insights about how their own choices may turn out. There’s no singular formula for always making the right choice. But the adaptable framework and rich data at the heart of The Five Life Decisions will help you feel confident in whatever you decide.

How to Decide

How to Decide
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Publisher : Penguin
Total Pages : 290
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ISBN-10 : 9780593418482
ISBN-13 : 0593418484
Rating : 4/5 (82 Downloads)

Synopsis How to Decide by : Annie Duke

Through a blend of compelling exercises, illustrations, and stories, the bestselling author of Thinking in Bets will train you to combat your own biases, address your weaknesses, and help you become a better and more confident decision-maker. What do you do when you're faced with a big decision? If you're like most people, you probably make a pro and con list, spend a lot of time obsessing about decisions that didn't work out, get caught in analysis paralysis, endlessly seek other people's opinions to find just that little bit of extra information that might make you sure, and finally go with your gut. What if there was a better way to make quality decisions so you can think clearly, feel more confident, second-guess yourself less, and ultimately be more decisive and be more productive? Making good decisions doesn't have to be a series of endless guesswork. Rather, it's a teachable skill that anyone can sharpen. In How to Decide, bestselling author Annie Duke and former professional poker player lays out a series of tools anyone can use to make better decisions. You'll learn: • To identify and dismantle hidden biases. • To extract the highest quality feedback from those whose advice you seek. • To more accurately identify the influence of luck in the outcome of your decisions. • When to decide fast, when to decide slow, and when to decide in advance. • To make decisions that more effectively help you to realize your goals and live your values. Through interactive exercises and engaging thought experiments, this book helps you analyze key decisions you've made in the past and troubleshoot those you're making in the future. Whether you're picking investments, evaluating a job offer, or trying to figure out your romantic life, How to Decide is the key to happier outcomes and fewer regrets.