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List all of the things that you can do after school is over
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Objectives
• Identify six steps useful in making good decisions.
• Describe how your values are influences on your
decisions.
• Explain the importance of predicting
consequences.
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Start Off Write
Why is it important to list your options before making a
decision?
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Identify the Problem
• The First Step to Making a Decision The first
step in making a decision is to identify the problem.
When you know the real problem, you can begin to
figure out what decision to make.
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Consider Your Values
• The Second Step to Making a Decision Knowing
your values will help you make good decisions.
Values are the beliefs that you consider to be of
great importance.
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List the Options
• What Are Your Choices? Options are different
choices that you can make. The best way to identify
your options is by brainstorming with several other
people.
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Weigh the Consequences
• What Are the Benefits and Risks? When you
weigh the consequences of a possible decision,
you compare the benefits and risks of your options.
Every option will have risks and benefits to
consider.
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Decide, and Act
• Taking Action You have done your best to think
about your options. Now you are ready to act on
your decision. Think hard. Some decisions can be
made only once. When you make your choice, take
action!
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Evaluate Your Choice
• After the Decision Is Made These are some
questions you can ask yourself to make sure you
are making good decisions:
1. Did I uphold my values?
1. Do my parents approve of my choice?
1. Do I feel good about my actions?
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Evaluate your decision by looking at both the pros and cons.
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Six Steps to Good Decisions
1. The following slide reviews the six steps of good
decision making.
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Quote of the Day
“A good decision is based on knowledge
and not on numbers.”
—Plato