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Decision with Stakes
A nine-card spread for high-stakes decisions where two paths each have real costs and benefits. More thorough than the Decision Cross.
The positions
- 01
Situation
The honest read on the current state requiring the decision.
- 02
Option A — Path
What unfolds if you choose Option A.
- 03
Option A — Blockers
What stands in the way if you choose Option A.
- 04
Option A — Outcome
Where Option A leads.
- 05
Option B — Path
What unfolds if you choose Option B.
- 06
Option B — Blockers
What stands in the way if you choose Option B.
- 07
Option B — Outcome
Where Option B leads.
- 08
Hidden Factor
Something you haven't considered that shapes the entire decision.
- 09
Recommendation
The cards' overall counsel — read in light of the full spread.
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