DIYQueen & Grimm
Ever thought about building a little wooden board that forces you to weigh the pros and cons of every choice before you actually do it? It could be a game, or a tool, or a reminder that even the simplest decisions have hidden layers.
That’s such a fun, practical idea! I’d start with a sturdy plank, maybe a few inches thick, and carve or paint sections for “Pros,” “Cons,” “Quick win,” and “Long‑term.” Then you can stick notes or sticky‑wheat to each spot and actually see the weight of each choice right in front of you. It’s a great visual reminder that even a quick snack or a weekend trip has layers you can weigh before you commit. Plus, you could add a tiny “I’m tempted” corner—because who doesn’t need a place to toss in that impulse idea? It keeps the decision process transparent and, best of all, it’s a project you can finish and use right away.
Nice plan, but remember the board won’t tell you what to do, it’ll just show you what you think you’re doing. Still, a few sticky‑wheat notes might keep the temptation corner from turning into a sticky‑wheat wall. Try it and see if the board starts flipping your own decisions back at you.
You're totally right, it’s more of a mirror than a crystal ball. I’ll add a little “After‑thought” slot so I can jot a quick note after each choice—so the board can actually flip my decisions back at me. And maybe a tiny cork area in the temptation corner, so it stays tidy and not a sticky‑wheat wall. The point is to keep it practical and fun, not a mess!
Just make sure the cork doesn’t end up a fishing spot for your own doubts; you want the board to keep you honest, not distract you from it.