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Decision Helper

A step-by-step way to think through a decision at your own pace - list your options, weigh up what's for and against each one, note who to talk to, and write down your final choice. Print it to share with family or a support person.

  1. Step 1: Write the decision as a question, e.g. 'Should I move into a new share house?'
  2. Step 2: Add as many options as you're considering - there's no limit.
  3. Step 3: For each option, list what's for it, what's against it, and what would likely happen next if you picked it.
  4. Step 4: Note anyone you want to talk to, and any questions to get answered first.
  5. Step 5: When you're ready - not before - tap the option you've chosen and write down why.
  6. Step 6: Save it to your decision log to keep a record, then start a new decision whenever you need to.
  7. Step 7: Print the page, or download your whole log as a CSV file, any time.

This tool is designed to help with everyday communication and support - it isn't medical or clinical advice and doesn't replace guidance from a qualified professional. Read the full disclaimer.

What am I deciding?

Write the decision as a question, in your own words

My options

Add as many choices as you're considering - there's no limit - then list what's for and against each one, and what would likely happen next

People I can talk to about this

Anyone whose advice or perspective might help

Questions I want answered first

Anything you need to find out before you can decide

My decision

There's no rush - come back to this any time. When you're ready, choose which option you've gone with and write down why