Personal Narrative: Faulty Decision Making

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I refrain from making hasty decisions, a trait that’s made it easier to manage time and keep my life organized. It’s not that I don’t enjoy some spontaneity, just that I’ve had experience with faulty planning. I like to consider as many details and possible outcomes of a situation before making a decision; in fact, I believe it’s my best characteristic.

Thinking things through allows me to make sound, satisfying choices in both my academic and social life. It is a practice that has saved me from careless mistakes on math tests and kept my activities. This skill has given me an advantage in debate class; it has helped me recognize fresh and unique approaches to common topics. I have become a better arguer by playing devil’s advocate, bringing

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