I have to make a hard, life-altering decision that I've been debating on for a year. I am having a hard time doing so due to past issues that resulted from me not thinking through these things first. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on May 16, 2009 - 28 answers

Should marriage even be a hard question? Are there people for whom it was who end up very happy together? [more inside]
posted by namespan on May 8, 2009 - 32 answers

GuidanceCounselorFilter: What jobs involve strategic decisions on a fairly frequent basis? [more inside]
posted by ignignokt on Apr 11, 2009 - 12 answers

Help me sort out the tradeoffs between a faster dual core or a slower quad core processor. [more inside]
posted by indyz on Feb 24, 2009 - 10 answers

What organizations provide collaborative decision-making via visualized data, like Arizona State University's Decision Theater? [more inside]
posted by Jennifer S. on Jan 6, 2009 - 1 answer

My dog has damaged (bitten through the skin) 3 other dogs and was just diagnosed with heartworm. I know it's a bit impersonal to ask online, but can help me figure out when it is time to consider putting down my pet? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Nov 17, 2008 - 22 answers

It's MBA hiring season. I have been selected to attend second round interviews with three different companies in three different cities on three consecutive days. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Oct 24, 2008 - 5 answers

I drive a 1992 Toyota Camry with just over 203,000 miles on it. As far as I know, the car is in good mechanical condition except that the rear struts are in fairly desperate need of replacement. How do you calculate the payback period for repairing an old but paid-off car, and how might you use this information to help decide whether to repair the car or buy a newer used car? [more inside]
posted by Juffo-Wup on Jul 18, 2008 - 20 answers

A good friend of mine just took his own life. That's not what this question is about...it's more about direction. This is long, so bear with me. [more inside]
posted by TomMelee on Jul 15, 2008 - 19 answers

Job dilemma. I just started job A in a field I have no passion for and I'm miserable. Do I do a u-turn and ask about the offer I previously rejected? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jul 9, 2008 - 10 answers

My former boss contacted me out of the blue a couple of months ago, offering me a job. After some protracted negotiations the time has come to decide if I should take it or not. [more inside]
posted by claudius on Jun 28, 2008 - 13 answers

GradSchoolDecisionFilter: Help me choose between NYU and the University of Washington! [more inside]
posted by anonymous on May 4, 2008 - 14 answers

This summer marks a big wedding anniversary. I wanted to surprise my wife with a car. She is now talking about wanting to travel. Since both ideas require advance planning, how do I open this dialog with my wife, while trying to keep the element of surprise? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Apr 10, 2008 - 24 answers

What are your "good," "ethical," or "moral" criteria for spending your money? Organic? Fair Trade? Made in America? No Animals Harmed in the Making Of This ____? For the dollars you spend on goods and services, what values do you consider other than the value to yourself? Explain why. [more inside]
posted by k7lim on Nov 19, 2007 - 27 answers

Am I ready to buy a house? Disgusting details inside. [more inside]
posted by TomMelee on Oct 29, 2007 - 38 answers

How can I find, online, a decision rendered recently by my county court. [more inside]
posted by RockyChrysler on Oct 11, 2007 - 11 answers

how do YOU go about making a difficult/complex decision? [more inside]
posted by genmonster on Sep 11, 2007 - 27 answers

how my perfectionism, indecisiveness, and depression are driving me mad. [more inside]
posted by howiamdifferent on Sep 10, 2007 - 17 answers

Which used car to buy: Infiniti I30 or Mazda 626? [more inside]
posted by phoenixy on Aug 26, 2007 - 13 answers

Decision-making strategies filter: How to make a hard decision regarding art, uncertainty, academia, a move and major fears? [more inside]
posted by EL-O-ESS on Apr 26, 2007 - 10 answers

Please help a lawyer decide whether to become a police officer/detective. [more inside]
posted by metawabbit on Jan 23, 2007 - 35 answers

I need to ask a sort of cost-benefit analysis question about my job. Basically, I've either need to jump ship or chin up and hang on, but I can't decide how detrimental either choice might be. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jan 9, 2007 - 8 answers

Have you ever found yourself paralyzed with indecision? How did you break through? [more inside]
posted by lekvar on Dec 1, 2006 - 20 answers

When do you know that it's time to move on to a new stage in life vis-a-vis settling down with one person and starting a family? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Nov 30, 2006 - 12 answers

Which direction in my life do I take? (plenty of info inside) [more inside]
posted by crewshell on Aug 22, 2006 - 26 answers

Should I get back together with my ex-fiance or try it out with this new man? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jul 10, 2006 - 26 answers

Should I buy a luxury car or a practical car? Help me make a decision!! [more inside]
posted by mam on Jun 1, 2006 - 65 answers

How do people decide which community of Jesus' church to go to? [more inside]
posted by pettins on Apr 15, 2006 - 21 answers

I've often noticed that when confronted by a decision, some of us err on the side of not making a decision at all. What is your personal philosophy when confronted by a decision, or how do you avoid avoiding making decisions? [more inside]
posted by russmail on Mar 10, 2006 - 18 answers

What kind of freelance work is right for me? [more inside]
posted by goodnewsfortheinsane on Nov 21, 2005 - 3 answers

I start new projects as a way of avoiding finishing things I have already begun. Why do I sabotage myself so? How do I stop? If I have seven projects partially started, which one should a bite the bullet on and just get done? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Oct 21, 2005 - 13 answers

Which job should I pick? [more inside]
posted by Jaybo on Sep 25, 2005 - 15 answers

Shall I leave my job tomorrow? [more inside]
posted by lunkfish on Jul 24, 2005 - 20 answers

I find it hard to believe that no one has asked this yet but...
How did you decide what to do with your life? What questions did you ask yourself? When you have many ideas and none are "right", what factors should weigh more heavily than others when it comes time to decide? [more inside]
posted by 4easypayments on Aug 18, 2004 - 38 answers