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A Major Fork in My Life

You’re facing a major fork — a new city or country, or a career path entirely different from your current one — and both options are reasonable, and both will cost you something real.

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What generally helps

Source: 10-10-10 Rule (Welch) · General developmental guidance, not a diagnosis or a substitute for a professional.

When to seek professional support

If this fork is tangled up with a broader fear that spreads into other decisions in your life, working with a professional can help you address the fear of change itself.

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Frequently asked

What are the signs of A Major Fork in My Life?
Everyone you ask hands you a different opinion with total confidence, and you drift from one conviction to another. You sense you’ll lose something real no matter which you choose.
What generally helps with A Major Fork in My Life?
Apply the 10-10-10 rule: how will you feel about each option in ten minutes? Ten months? Ten years?
When should I seek professional support?
If this fork is tangled up with a broader fear that spreads into other decisions in your life, working with a professional can help you address the fear of change itself.
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