What do I believe?
Write the reason, source evidence, time horizon, and what would make you wrong.
Decision Template
Write the decision before the outcome rewrites your memory.
A decision journal helps separate process from luck. Use it before investing, trading, starting a business, changing careers, buying property, or making a major money decision.
Template
Answer before acting.
What else could I do?
List doing nothing, waiting, smaller size, different product, or a safer route.
What can go wrong?
Money loss, time loss, stress, opportunity cost, taxes, legal issues, and reputational risk.
What am I feeling?
FOMO, fear, revenge, boredom, pressure, greed, shame, or overconfidence.
What are my limits?
Position size, budget, deadline, stop rule, review date, and who to consult.
When will I judge it?
Pick a review date and judge the process before judging the result.
This template is educational and not financial, investment, trading, business, legal, tax, or mental health advice.
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