From the course: The Power of Lists to Get Stuff Done
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The pro and con list
From the course: The Power of Lists to Get Stuff Done
The pro and con list
- Not all lists are created equal. The most simple purpose for a list is to help you remember something. But lists can also be used to help you decide something big. Enter the pro and con list. Any decision you make in life, for the most part, will have good aspects and bad aspects. Whether you're changing jobs, moving, or buying a car, using a pro and con list can help you when there's no clearcut yes or no answer. Tracey Marks, a psychiatrist that I interviewed for my first book, "Listful Thinking," told me that forcing yourself to make this list is essential. It helps you go deeper and think about all the possibilities. If you keep them in your head only, you might be surprised at what you overlook. So grab a pen and paper, or your phone, and here are five steps to making a truly effective pro and con list. Step number one, just start listing. Write down whatever comes to mind, even if it feels minor. Like if…
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