Technique decision. Descartes Square

This century is the century of high-tech, cutting-edge developments and frantic pace of life. Daily life brings us face to face with the need to address the huge number of problems, which we have to constantly reflect on what choice is to do in every situation. And reflecting on how to go by, we all use some of his skills, methods and techniques of decision-making, which are based primarily on our life experiences, opinions, attitudes, opinions, points of view. But is it always our ways of decision making are good and effective? It's safe to say that not always.

Technique of decision-making, which we discuss in this article, it's over, it is not magic, but so adaptable and easy to use, it is considered to be probably one of the best available today. It is called the "square of Descartes."

In order to avoid unnecessary questions, we must say that the author of this technique is Rene Descartes - French philosopher, physiologist, physicist, engineer, mathematician and founder of algebraic symbols and analytic geometry and author of philosophical method of radical doubt.

Descartes Square
Square Descartes is the simple technique of decision making, which requires for its use a very small amount of time. With Descartes Square is easy to install the most important selection criteria, and to assess the consequences of any option of taking decisions.

If you look at the life of an ordinary person, you can see that when he is in a situation where it is necessary to make decisions, it usually focuses on one or two of its features, thus dooming themselves in a kind of deadlock, which does not notice other significant Criterias of choice. In addition, the standard thinking person contributes to the fact that he asks himself just one question: "What if this happens?", As usual scenario involves the behavior of the implementation of any action, and evaluating them for feedback. But in practice it has been proven hundreds of times, that first of all, you must first think thoroughly and only then carry out the action. And Descartes Square is just designed for you to think at first, but do not just bust in the head a few options, and paint everything in the paper, following certain technologies.

As an example, the following situation: you want to change the type of activity (to find a new job, do your business, leave in freelancing, etc.), but does not get rid of doubts in this respect. Of course you can see all the advantages and benefits of the new activity, but do not know what it is - do what you have not yet engaged, and therefore hesitate in making a decision. So: using Descartes' Square, you can look at the situation from four different angles (continue consideration of this example later).

How to use Descartes Square?
To use Descartes' Square, you will need a piece of paper, a pen or pencil. Once these tools are ready, you can start to work with a square that includes the answers to four basic questions. These four questions can be figuratively represented as four points monitor the problem with which we can consider the problem from different angles and get the most objective of her presentation. And again, it is important to give each of the four issues as a lot of answers, because it will consider the maximum number of features of the problem.

So Square Descartes as follows:

Asking yourself up four questions and answer them as follows: For a visual examination of the principle of the work of Descartes Square let's take the same example with a change of occupation, which we discussed above.

What happens if that happens?
This has involved a search for the advantages of obtaining desired. The word "that" should bear in mind the implementation of a decision. The first question is the most obvious and for this reason it is very important to find as many answers, ie It does not dwell on the fact that first comes to mind. Answers to this question will serve you the motivation to take action.

What happens if I change the type of activity?

If I change the type of activity, I take the first step toward his dream - to do what I really like.
If I change the type of activity, I can no longer work, "Uncle" himself and control his work, and his income.
If I change the type of activity, it will tell about my courage, and I will be more respect for yourself.
If I change the type of activity, I can prove to those around me that is going to seriously change your life.
If I change the type of activity, it will be my motivation to acquire new knowledge, learn new skills.
If I change the type of activity, could soon start to do something new.
If I change the type of activity, I stop to doubt about the correctness of his choice.
What happens if it does not happen?
This has involved a search of the advantages of non-desired. In other words, the answer to the second question will show you what happens when you give up the implementation of the decisions made, and everything will remain the same as it was before. In response, write down all the advantages of the present situation that you do not want to lose.

What happens if I do not change my occupation?

If I do not change my occupation, I do not need to abandon their traditional way of life.
If I do not change my occupation, I will not worry about the fact that you have to master new skills and learn new things, because it can not happen.
If I do not change my occupation, I can rest easy in their weekend.
If I do not change my occupation, I do not need to be explained to anyone or make excuses.
If I do not change my occupation, I can think about it in the future. Perhaps, really worth the wait.
If I do not change my occupation, I can indulge in day-dreams about how to do what I really like.
If I do not change my occupation, I will prove to the people around me, that I am satisfied with the current situation.
What will happen if this happens?
This has involved a search for the downsides of getting what you want. Simply put, the answer to the third question will be the price you have to pay for the implementation of a decision.

What will happen if I change the type of activity?

If I change the type of activity, I can not live the life to which so accustomed for many years.
If I change the type of activity, I can not delay action on the search for new opportunities.
If I change the type of activity, I can not rest in my usual weekend.
If I change the type of activity, I will not be enough time on aimless, but pleasant pastime.
If I change the type of activity, I would not be able to communicate with former colleagues and go to cheerful corporate parties.
If I change the type of activity, to me there will be no previous relationships around me.
What will happen if it does not happen?
This has involved a search of the disadvantages of non-desired. In response to the fourth question you away at the remaining "not" impede the implementation of a decision. At this stage, it is recommended to answer as soon as possible, relying on intuition.

What will happen if I do not change my occupation?

If I do not change my career, I have had an opportunity to realize his dream - to earn money doing what I really like.
If I do not change my career, I can not stop working, "Uncle", and therefore will not be able to control their own work and their income.
If I do not change my occupation, I will not longer respect themselves because I show fear of change in their lives.
If I do not change my career, no one (including myself) do not believe in the seriousness of my intentions to change a life.
If I do not change my career, I never will be motivation to acquire new knowledge and learn new skills.
If I do not change my career, I can not get rid of their doubts and and stay in feelings about the fact that no decision.
In fact, you can use the square of Descartes, not only to the professional field, but also to any other area of life. But it is important to clarify once and for all, that all the answers you need to write it, and not to respond mentally. First, you can just get lost in their responses, and secondly, the subconscious works in a way that ignores the particle is "NO", for which reason it is likely making mistakes. Therefore, be sure to use the paper and pen, you can even print out a large square format, and answer each of the questions in the relevant sector. And the process of recording the responses will be how to convert mental reasoning and imagination into a logical form the letter that will provide you with the essential help in the decision.