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Before You Make a Bad Decision, HALT

If you’re worried you’re going to make a bad decision, HALT.  Or more specific, H.A.L.T.

Of course we’re all like to make a good decision, but sometimes we’re human.  It’d be great if we’d always make good decisions, but sometimes we’re human and we make bad ones. Very often, it’s because we didn’t HALT before

Remember this simple acronym of H.A.L.T. It’s an easy way to double-check your emotions and mental health prior to making a decision.

Don’t make a decision if you’re …

Hungry

It’s not just food and drink, it might also be hungry for attention. Feed your soul first, then decide.

Angry

Anger is a normal human experience, but at the same time, few things are more destructive. In fact, never make an important decision when you’re emotional in general.,

Lonely

Making a decision when you’re alone and late is not the time for heavy thinking. “Lonely” can also apply when you’re surrounded by people, but have no one objective to discuss the problem.

Tired

Trying to think clearly when you’re working with low energy is not the time for anything but sleep. Go nap or recharge overnight before you look at the situation and decide what to do.

This topic of “decision fatigue” has been well documented. If you’re interested in more, read this great article: .

Any additional thoughts on decision making?  Please add your thoughts or comments below.

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