# Decision Templates

Structured frameworks for different types of decisions.

## WRAP Framework

For complex, high-stakes decisions.

### W - Widen Your Options

- What other options exist beyond the obvious?
- What would I do if the current options weren't available?
- Has someone solved this before? How?
- Can I combine elements from different options?

### R - Reality-Test Your Assumptions

- What would have to be true for this to work?
- How can I test this before fully committing?
- What's the base rate / typical outcome?
- What do people who disagree with me know?

### A - Attain Distance Before Deciding

- How would I advise a friend in this situation?
- What would my successor do?
- Is this decision driven by emotion or values?
- Which choice would I prefer in 10 years?

### P - Prepare to Be Wrong

- What could go wrong? How will I know?
- What's my exit strategy if needed?
- What would trigger a reversal?
- How can I make this decision reversible?

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## 10-10-10 Framework

For decisions involving emotional charge or short-term discomfort.

- **10 minutes**: How will I feel about this decision?
- **10 months**: How will this decision have played out?
- **10 years**: How will this decision have shaped my life?

Use when: Emotional decisions, temptation to procrastinate, fear of short-term pain.

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## Pros/Cons/Consequences Framework

For analytical comparison of options.

### Structure

| Criteria | Option A | Option B | Option C |
|----------|----------|----------|----------|
| Pro: [Factor] | Score | Score | Score |
| Pro: [Factor] | Score | Score | Score |
| Con: [Factor] | Score | Score | Score |
| Consequence: Short-term | | | |
| Consequence: Long-term | | | |
| **Total** | **X** | **Y** | **Z** |

### Scoring

- +3: Strong positive
- +1: Mild positive
- 0: