Personal Connections

David Fox

Mr. Thompson (Personal connections)

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1. Decision making process- A decision making process is a series of steps to identify and evaluate possibilities and make a good choice.

 Decision- A decision is a choice that is made.

Problem- a problem is a dilemma that must be solved or worked out.

Option- an option is a possible course of action to choose from

Resource- A resource is something you can use to reach goals and solve problems.

Consequence- Consequence is the result of an action.

Risk- Risk is the possibility of loss or injury.

Prioritize-Prioritize is to order things from first to last as well as from most important to least important.

Procrastination- Procrastination is when someone puts something off.

Denial- Denial is when someone does not want to face the fact there is a problem.

Long term goal- A long term goal is a goal that takes months or years to achieve.

Short term goal- A short term goal is a goal that requires only a short period of time to achieve.

Support system-A support system is a group of resources that provide help.

Resourceful- Resourceful is when people recognize and make good use of resources.

Standard- A standard is a basis for comparison.

Strategy- A strategy is needed when you make decisions and solve problems.

Merit- a merit is positive in quality and worth.

Channel- a channel into which something may be directed,

Accountability- Accountability Is when someone accept accountability or responsibility.

2.  Identify the problem, list your options, evaluate your options, choose the best option, carry out your solution, and evaluate results.

3.  Learning to recognize important decisions will help you make a good sound decision, avoiding impulsive reactions, basing decisions off your own personal values, make decisions when you’re clear headed, make your own decisions, and base your decisions on research as well as facts. With these pointers you will be able to make good decisions and protect yourself against mistakes.