Is the fear of making the wrong decision paralyzing you from taking the leap? You are not alone, so many people find themselves overwhelmed in the quest for the perfect decision. But here’s the truth: the right choice is hard to know while you are in the moment. In today’s episode we share the personal journey of our son, Jack's, college decision-making saga, unveil the unconventional "decision doughnut", and explore why embracing your emotions could be the secret weapon in effective decision-making. We tackle a listener's question about career transitions at any age, proving it’s never too late to choose your path intentionally.    In this episode you’ll learn: How can I make better decisions in life? What are effective decision-making strategies? How do I know if I'm making the right choice? What are the most important factors when making a decision?   Topics Covered: - Decision Making - College Planning Strategies - Determining Important Criteria for Decisions - Maximizers vs. Satisficers - Pro-Con List Limitations - Emotions with Decision Making - The Brain and Emotions in Decisions - Paradox of Choice - Teenagers and Decision Making   Key Moments in the Show: [02:06] A Chance to Win Prizes [06:38] The Paradox of Choice [07:50] Are Decisions Emotional? [12:23] Why Do Kids Make Bad Decisions [14:42] How Do I Know If I've Made a Good Decision? [16:46] Letting Go of Good vs Bad [20:04] The Two Types of Decision Makers [23:17] How to Make Better Decisions [24:27] How To Decide Where To Go for College [31:57] Making Big Decisions Get free resources for this episode at  TanyaDalton.com/connect   Connect with Tanya Dalton on LinkedIn Watch the episode on YouTube Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts   Full Transcript and Show Notes: TanyaDalton.com/podcast