There are several methods to finalize a decision and processes that require to make one. For instance “sleeping on it” is a form of decision making. This method is proposed to have a delay in making a decision on something until the following day so that there is more time to evaluate the problem.  There are many studies that show “sleeping on it” is one of the most effective ways to make complex decisions. However, sometimes an individual has to make a decision right away. This does not necessarily mean that their decision is ineffective.  Certain incidents are in need of a decision right away, in which  the “sleep on it” method is overran. There are other effective methods such as making split second decisions, using one’s emotional intelligence  and the counter – intuitive approach that ties to good decision making.

    In the article ” Emotional Intelligence Tied to Better Decision Making” Dr Rick Nauert suggests that one’s emotions can affect their decision making.  “People often make decisions that are influenced by emotions that have nothing to do with the decisions they are making,” said Stéphane Coté, a professor at the University of Toronto’s Rotman School of Management.  An individual’s final decision is based on how they are currently feeling while making a specific decision.  Research has also proven that many people tend  to take this approach. Making decisions off of emotions may  have a negative effect on a person’s decision making that can greatly impact on their lives.

     An emotional intelligence approach can be defined as the ability to monitor ones own and other people’s emotions. For example making a decision when anxious could have a greater impact on you as opposed to sleeping on it and making the decision some other time. It is  essential that you do not make your decision right away because you may not carefully access the situation or you maybe not weigh your options.  According to Stephane Cote “People who are emotionally intelligent don’t remove all emotions from their decision-making,”. By not removing all or some emotions it can caused an individual to not make an effective decision.  Mrs Cote also suggest many times  people remove emotions that have nothing to with their  decision making in order to make it easier on them. For example juries in a court setting must remove any type of biased emotions from their decision making.  Studies have also shown people  who are less emotional tend to make better decisions than those who are highly emotional.  For instance those who are highly emotional may not have enough patience and understanding.

         In the article”Got a big decision to make? Sleep on it” Dr Maarten Bos prves that “sleep is associated with better memory performance and “slow-wave” sleep in particular has been shown to enhance our ability to make mental connections and integrate associated information.” In addition while sleeping individuals discovered more creative ways to solve their problems.  This method is very useful when making decisions, for example when buying a house or a car and choosing what college you want to attend in the future. In fact when making very important decision that could impact your life “sleeping on it” is a more effective way.

ence Tied to Better Decision-Making – Psych Central News (Psych Central.com)

http://psychcentral.com/news/2013/11/21/emotional-intelligence-tied-to-better-decision-making/62346.html

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