2024 Author: Malcolm Clapton | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-12-17 03:44
Descartes's square is the simplest decision-making technique. To do this, you need to answer four questions and assess the possible consequences.
Decision making square, or Descartes' square, is needed in order to look at a problem from different angles, get a complete picture of it, and only then make a difficult decision. Therefore, arm yourself with a piece of paper and a pen and answer the following questions.
Divide the worksheet into 4 parts and write your answers in each cell.
- What if this happens? List as many pros as possible.
- What will happen if this does not happen? Pros of the situation, if nothing changes and you do not get what you want.
- What will not happen if this happens? Cons of getting what you want.
- What will not happen if this does not happen? Cons of not getting what you want. The answers to this question should not be the same as the answers to the first one, do not ignore double negation.
Usually, when making a decision, a person focuses only on positive aspects. Descartes' square helps to look at the situation more objectively.
Be clear about the implications of each possible decision and you can do the right thing. Look at the answers and figure out your priorities: what are you willing to give up in order to get what you want, and what you are not.
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