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Decision Wheel

When you're truly stuck, a random spin can reveal what you really want. The wheel comes pre-loaded with Yes/No options - just spin to get started, or add your own custom options.

Customize Your Options

The wheel is pre-loaded with Yes/No options (6 each). You can add more options or customize as needed.

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Add options and spin the wheel to see the result!

The Guide to Breaking Deadlocks: Using the Wheel for Insight

Beyond Randomness: The Wheel as a Gut-Check Tool

The Decision Wheel's greatest power isn't in making a choice *for* you. It's in revealing the choice you've already made subconsciously. The process is simple: when the wheel lands on an option, pay close attention to your immediate, unfiltered emotional reaction.

  • Did you feel a sense of relief or excitement? That's a strong sign it's the option you truly want.
  • Did you feel a pang of disappointment or a desire to spin again? That's your gut telling you it's the wrong choice.

This tool bypasses your over-analytical brain and speaks directly to your intuition. It doesn't give you the answer; it helps you discover you knew the answer all along.

When Should You Use the Decision Wheel?

This tool is most effective in specific situations:

  • Analysis Paralysis: You've weighed the pros and cons endlessly and are stuck in a loop of overthinking. The wheel can break the deadlock.
  • Between Two Good Options: When logic suggests two choices are equally viable, your emotional response to a random outcome can be the perfect tie-breaker.
  • Low-Stakes Decisions: Don't waste mental energy on small choices like "what to have for dinner?" or "which movie to watch?". Outsource it to the wheel and move on.

A Step-by-Step Guide to Gaining Insight

  1. Frame Your Options Clearly: Add 2 to 8 distinct options to the wheel. Phrasing matters. "Move to Paris" is better than "Option 1".
  2. Commit to the Outcome (Temporarily): Before you spin, tell yourself you will accept the result for at least one minute. This raises the emotional stakes.
  3. Spin and Observe: Click "SPIN" and as it whirls, pay attention to your feelings. Are you hoping for a specific result?
  4. Heed Your Instant Reaction: The moment it lands, what is your very first feeling? Don't analyze it, just notice it. That's the data you're looking for. The result itself doesn't have to be your final decision, but your reaction to it is invaluable information.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Am I really supposed to let a random wheel make important life decisions?

No. You are using the wheel as a tool to understand your own intuition. The final decision is still 100% yours. The wheel simply provides a new, powerful piece of information: your own gut reaction.

What if I feel nothing when it lands on an option?

That's also useful information! It might suggest that you are genuinely indifferent between the options, meaning any choice is likely a good one. It can also mean you may need to reflect more on what you truly want before using the tool.

How many options should I add for the best results?

The tool works best when you are genuinely stuck between 2-4 primary options. Adding too many (e.g., eight different restaurant choices) makes it less of a gut-check tool and more of a simple randomizer, which is fine for low-stakes fun!