How to break free from decision paralysis and choose with confidence.
Ever feel stuck because you don’t want to make the wrong choice? Whether you’re choosing a major, internship, or next step, it’s easy to spiral into overthinking—especially when both options seem good (or risky). That’s called decision paralysis, and it’s real.
But here’s the truth: there’s no single “right” choice—just the next right step for you, right now.
Designing Your Life teaches us that we can’t choose our way into a perfect life. Instead, we make thoughtful choices and then design a good life around them.
😰 Why We Get Stuck:
- You’re afraid of missing out
- You feel pressure to get it “right” the first time
- You have too many options and not enough clarity
- You’re worried a decision will define your whole future
Here’s the good news: You don’t need perfect clarity to move forward—you just need a starting point.
Enter in the Chat: The Decision Matrix
A Decision Matrix helps you compare your options based on what actually matters to you—not just what sounds good on paper.
Here’s how to use it:
- List your options across the top (e.g., Internship A vs. Internship B).
- List the things you care about down the side (like mentorship, location, flexibility, growth, pay).
- Give each factor a weight (1–5) based on how important it is to you.
- Score each option (1–5) for how well it delivers that factor.
- Multiply weight × score, then total it up for each option.
This creates a visual way to compare what’s best for you, based on your values—not someone else’s checklist.
What Comes Next?
- Try it now: Download the Decision Matrix tool on Career Hub.
- Review the totals—does the higher-scoring option surprise you?
- Listen to your gut—do the numbers confirm or challenge your instinct?
- Reflect: Which option gives you energy? Which one feels like growth?
No tool can guarantee a perfect outcome. But the Decision Matrix helps you make decisions with intention instead of fear—and that’s powerful.
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