Make Up Your Mind Day
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Overview
Make Up Your Mind Day, observed on December 31st, is dedicated to encouraging individuals to finally settle on choices they've been pondering throughout the year. It's a day to reflect on unresolved decisions, find clarity, and move forward with conviction as a fresh start approaches. Whether big or small, this day champions the art of decisive action.
Observed each year on December 31, Make Up Your Mind Day invites people to pause, share the story, and bring a little themed joy to their day.
Origin and story
The concept of 'analysis paralysis' describes the state of overthinking a decision to the point of never making one.
Studies suggest that making decisions earlier in the day, when mental energy is typically higher, can lead to better outcomes.
Quick facts
- DateDecember 31
- TypeCultural / community observance
- Great forFriends, Families, Classrooms, Teams
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Ways to Observe Make Up Your Mind Day
Make Up Your Mind Day encourages people to stop procrastinating and finally make decisions they’ve been putting off. Observed near the end of the year, it’s about clarity and commitment—not pressure or perfection.
Make one meaningful decision
- Choose one decision you’ve been avoiding
- Set a clear yes/no or A/B choice
- Commit to it without second-guessing
Use simple decision tools
If you’re feeling stuck, these methods can help:
- Write a short pros-and-cons list
- Set a time limit for deciding
- Ask, “Which choice moves me forward?”
- Flip a coin for low-stakes decisions
Helpful resources:
Let go of unmade decisions
- Identify choices that no longer matter
- Release options that drain energy
- Accept that not every decision has a perfect answer
Prepare for the new year
- Decide what to carry into the new year
- Choose one priority for January
- Make peace with what won’t move forward
Keep it low pressure
- Small decisions count
- Clarity matters more than speed
- Progress beats overthinking
Did you know?
Make Up Your Mind Day is observed on December 31, symbolizing closure and clarity before the new year begins.
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Fun facts
- The concept of 'analysis paralysis' describes the state of overthinking a decision to the point of never making one.
- Studies suggest that making decisions earlier in the day, when mental energy is typically higher, can lead to better outcomes.
- Procrastination in decision-making is often linked to fear of failure or the desire for perfect information, which is rarely attainable.
- Breaking down complex decisions into smaller, manageable steps can make the process less daunting and more achievable.
- Making a decision, even an imperfect one, often provides more relief and opportunities for learning than remaining in indecision.
- The act of writing down pros and cons can be a powerful tool to visualize and evaluate choices.
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FAQ
- When is Make Up Your Mind Day?
- It is observed on December 31 each year.
- What is Make Up Your Mind Day?
- Make Up Your Mind Day, observed on December 31st, is dedicated to encouraging individuals to finally settle on choices they've been pondering throughout the year. It's a day to reflect on unresolved decisions, find clarity, and move forward with conviction as a fresh start approaches. Whether big or small, this day champions the art of decisive action.
- How do people celebrate Make Up Your Mind Day?
- Make one meaningful decision you’ve been avoiding, use simple tools like pros-and-cons or a time limit, and clear space for the new year with low-pressure choices.
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