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New Method 20 | Make Data-Driven Decisions

Sharmadean Reid

16 May 2025 — 2 min read

This is your weekly affirmation to help you build your personal philosophy. Have a great weekend!

Take a deep breathe in...and say it with me...

With newfound intel about our every being, we start to make better decisions using our data. We make choices that keep us in high vibration and turn away from the options that are going to hold us back. We start a process of inquiry about all major decisions. We know that it does not nourish us to make the same mistake over and over again, so we test, experiment and double down on the things that are working, so we can get the best out of our actions.

Actions

Track Your Habits: Use apps like Notion, Daylio, or Google Sheets to log daily activities and identify patterns that boost your mood and productivity. Watch The Social Dilemma for insights on using tech wisely.
Experiment and Refine: Treat decisions like a science experiment—test small changes (e.g., sleep routines or diet tweaks) and measure their impact. Read Atomic Habits by James Clear for practical advice on habit-building.
Use Data Wisely: Review your past decisions—what worked and what didn’t? Watch Moneyball for inspiration on how data-driven choices lead to success.

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