Independent people are characterized by their ability to make decisions.
This exercise will help you plan, decide and implement your own decisions.
Examine the situation thoroughly. In order to make the right decision, you need to become aware of all aspects of the situation. Make a list of the positives and the negatives.
Think of many different solutions. Having lots of choices helps you decide more objectively.
Decide on the best solution. Go through your previous list and begin excluding the unsuitable options, one by one, until you conclude on the best possible solution.
Make a plan and decide how you're going to implement it, where and how you will start and how you will start and the which will be your next steps.
Communicate your decision and take action. The caring your decision to someone else forms of sorts of commitment that will help you avoid changing your mind.