Decision Dimensions
Each situation is defined by a few key factors. These are what change when you make decisions.
Below are the core reference points that most often make it clear how a decision changes a situation. This is not a complete list for every case: sometimes more specific, context-dependent considerations matter more and cannot be reduced to a single general scheme. We deliberately do not place everything on this page at once, so the overall picture stays clear. Other important dimensions will reveal themselves gradually as you move through learning and practice.
Resources
Money
Cash flow and available funds.
Assets
Accumulated resources and capital.
Future
Opportunities
Future options and open doors.
Irreversibility
Difficulty of undoing or adjusting the decision.
Social
Trust
Willingness of others to rely on you.
Influence
Ability to affect others and outcomes.
Internal
Energy Cost
Personal resources spent on the decision.
Skills
Growth of competence and experience.
Alignment
Consistency with core values.
Risk
Risk
Probability and scale of losses.
Process
Time Cost
Time investment or time savings.
Complexity
Difficulty of managing the situation.